Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
84
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
127
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 84 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 32 | 28 | 39 | 127 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks demolished the Celtics 127-84. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.