Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
away
Chemistry
Elite
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
87
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 37 | 20 | 14 | 31 | 102 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 16 | 24 | 32 | 15 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Raptors 102-87. Celtics' defense smothered the Raptors all night. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
