Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
153
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
148
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | OT2 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 28 | 37 | 29 | 33 | 12 | 14 | 153 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 40 | 33 | 32 | 22 | 12 | 9 | 148 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Raptors survived the Celtics 153-148 in double overtime. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Raptors carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Raptors pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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.
- Raptors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.