Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Elite
New York KnicksKnicks
100
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 23 | 29 | 28 | 109 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 23 | 18 | 25 | 34 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Knicks 109-100. Celtics' offense had its way with the Knicks. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.