Tue Apr 12, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
128
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 40 | 30 | 22 | 31 | 123 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 33 | 28 | 33 | 34 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the 76ers squeaked past the Celtics 128-123. The breakneck pace played right into 76ers' hands. 76ers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; you could feel the revenge motivation from the 76ers. The 76ers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the 76ers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.