Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
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New Jersey NetsNets
108
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 26 | 33 | 25 | 109 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 36 | 19 | 26 | 27 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Nets 109-108. Celtics' offense had its way with the Nets. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Nets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
