Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
away
Chemistry
Elite
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 118 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 23 | 22 | 26 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Toronto, the Celtics blew the doors off the Raptors 118-96. The Raptors had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- 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.