Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
124
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
101
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 124 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 29 | 35 | 22 | 15 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Wizards shocked the Raptors 124-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Wizards cashed in. Fresh off a statement win, the Wizards stayed locked in; second-chance points piled up for the Raptors. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- 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.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.