Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
130
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
95
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 32 | 31 | 42 | 130 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 23 | 20 | 25 | 27 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Celtics ran roughshod over the Kings 130-95. The Kings had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Kings. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Kings · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.