Fri Dec 3, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 33 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 123 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 40 | 28 | 25 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Raptors outlasted the Celtics 123-117. Raptors controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.