Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
123
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Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 25 | 31 | 31 | 36 | 123 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 26 | 21 | 37 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the 76ers fended off the Celtics 123-114. 76ers' positional fit overwhelmed the Celtics rotation. 76ers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the 76ers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.