Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 33 | 29 | 27 | 116 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 22 | 28 | 33 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Celtics snuck past the Clippers 116-113. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat; Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Clippers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.