Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 106 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 33 | 32 | 27 | 25 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Spurs pulled away from the Celtics 117-106. Spurs torched the Celtics on the offensive end. The Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss; Spurs' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Spurs' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.