Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
138
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
137
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 31 | 36 | 28 | 13 | 138 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 26 | 33 | 39 | 12 | 137 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Mavericks 138-137 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Mavericks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.