Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 21 | 24 | 27 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 35 | 19 | 31 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Nets 115-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Nets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.