Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 2
New Jersey NetsNets
114
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Boston CelticsCeltics
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 30 | 26 | 23 | 35 | 114 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 29 | 27 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Nets survived the Celtics 114-112. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.