Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
124
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 34 | 25 | 31 | 115 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 21 | 30 | 40 | 33 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Nets edged the Celtics 124-115. Nets' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.