Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
124
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 36 | 31 | 31 | 124 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Cavaliers 124-120. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.