Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
88
away
Chemistry
Elite
New York KnicksKnicks
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 27 | 22 | 15 | 88 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 21 | 25 | 29 | 31 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Celtics 106-88. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- 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.