Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 33 | 34 | 23 | 120 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 23 | 33 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics survived the Cavaliers 120-119. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; 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. Survive-and-advance type win.
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.