Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 4:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
85
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 28 | 23 | 20 | 14 | 85 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 35 | 29 | 33 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Wizards 122-85. The Wizards had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Wizards' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Wizards utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
