Sat Nov 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
129
away
Chemistry
Elite
New York KnicksKnicks
125
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 41 | 32 | 34 | 22 | 129 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 23 | 36 | 31 | 35 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Knicks 129-125. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.