Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 3
New Jersey NetsNets
99
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Boston CelticsCeltics
108
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 22 | 26 | 22 | 29 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 29 | 25 | 25 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Celtics fended off the Nets 108-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.