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Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
away
Chemistry Steady
Denver NuggetsNuggets
125
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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.