Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
125
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 35 | 24 | 32 | 34 | 125 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 36 | 30 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Nets handled the Celtics 125-115. Nets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Nets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Nets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Nets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.