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Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
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Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
107
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 24 29 20 29 102
Washington WizardsWizards 37 27 18 25 107

After Action Report

The Wizards snuck past the Celtics 107-102. Wizards controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Survive-and-advance type win.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • 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.