Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
127
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 24 | 33 | 38 | 32 | 127 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 26 | 26 | 18 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Nets demolished the Celtics 127-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Nets cashed in. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.