Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 24 | 25 | 32 | 33 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Warriors squeaked past the Celtics 114-112. The better team simply showed up tonight. Warriors' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Warriors bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Warriors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Warriors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.