Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Jersey NetsNets
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 39 | 30 | 25 | 24 | 118 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 42 | 33 | 28 | 26 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Nets took care of the Celtics 129-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Nets cashed in. The Nets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Nets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.