Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
78
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Jersey NetsNets
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 18 | 10 | 31 | 19 | 78 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 30 | 21 | 24 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Nets ran roughshod over the Celtics 102-78. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Nets stayed locked in; Nets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Nets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.