Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
95
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 108 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 32 | 23 | 25 | 15 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Raptors 108-95. The tempo dragged the Raptors into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · 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.