Sat Oct 23, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
New Jersey NetsNets
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 24 | 28 | 30 | 109 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 37 | 31 | 26 | 23 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Nets 117-109. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Nets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
