Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
95
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 11 | 33 | 28 | 25 | 97 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 25 | 24 | 16 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Toronto, the Celtics snuck past the Raptors 97-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.