Tue Apr 12, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
86
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 27 | 29 | 33 | 117 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 22 | 21 | 17 | 26 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the 76ers 117-86. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- 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.