Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 25 | 30 | 31 | 116 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 35 | 33 | 27 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics held off the Raptors 123-116. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.