Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Milwaukee BucksBucks
89
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
84
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee BucksBucks | 24 | 31 | 17 | 17 | 89 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 22 | 18 | 21 | 84 |
After Action Report
The Bucks squeaked past the Celtics 89-84. The Celtics couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Bucks. The Bucks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Celtics are in a full-on tailspin. The Bucks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bucks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Bucks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bucks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.