Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Jersey NetsNets
122
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 28 | 22 | 26 | 99 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 22 | 32 | 28 | 40 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Nets ran roughshod over the Celtics 122-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Nets cashed in. The Nets came in with something to prove after a loss; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.