Tue Apr 12, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 18 | 32 | 20 | 9 | 106 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 22 | 33 | 30 | 12 | 5 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Philadelphia, the Celtics squeaked past the 76ers 106-102 in overtime. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the 76ers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- 76ers · 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 · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.