Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Denver NuggetsNuggets
125
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 40 | 35 | 29 | 22 | 126 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 30 | 39 | 25 | 31 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Denver, the Celtics snuck past the Nuggets 126-125. The tempo dragged the Nuggets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Nuggets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nuggets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.