Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 29 | 24 | 37 | 123 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 23 | 29 | 25 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Celtics stunned the Cavaliers 123-104. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics; Cavaliers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.