Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
111
away
Chemistry
Cold
Washington WizardsWizards
132
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 32 | 27 | 21 | 31 | 111 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 34 | 27 | 36 | 35 | 132 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards ran roughshod over the Raptors 132-111. The Wizards got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Wizards ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. The second half turned a coin-flip into a runaway.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.