Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
115
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 33 | 25 | 26 | 31 | 115 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 35 | 30 | 24 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics squeaked past the Nuggets 118-115. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nuggets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.