Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 26 | 26 | 29 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 25 | 28 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Trail Blazers 109-106. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will; the Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.