Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 28 | 35 | 23 | 114 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 29 | 31 | 31 | 26 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards squeaked past the Celtics 117-114. The Wizards got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.