Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
111
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
134
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 32 | 29 | 23 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 32 | 31 | 37 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Celtics rolled past the Nets 134-111. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Nets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.