Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Denver NuggetsNuggets
114
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 22 | 29 | 37 | 118 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 30 | 26 | 33 | 25 | 114 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics stunned the Nuggets 118-114. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics couldn't shake the cold spell; Nuggets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.