Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
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New Jersey NetsNets
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 121 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 26 | 27 | 38 | 27 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Nets 121-118. Celtics torched the Nets on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.