Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Phoenix SunsSuns
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 28 | 24 | 33 | 111 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 20 | 26 | 21 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Celtics handled the Suns 111-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Suns · 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.