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Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
111
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Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
110
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Jersey NetsNets 31 20 36 24 111
Boston CelticsCeltics 37 23 26 24 110

After Action Report

The Nets snuck past the Celtics 111-110. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Nets; the Nets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.