Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 29 | 24 | 34 | 120 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Raptors snuck past the Celtics 121-120. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Raptors carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Raptors pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Raptors locker room is humming, and it showed. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.