Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
124
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 39 | 33 | 27 | 120 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 27 | 36 | 29 | 124 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Mavericks snuck past the Celtics 124-120. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.