Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 29 | 35 | 28 | 121 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 33 | 29 | 24 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Raptors 121-116. The Raptors had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.