Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Jersey NetsNets
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 34 | 22 | 27 | 108 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 31 | 29 | 22 | 32 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Nets shocked the Celtics 114-108. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Nets cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
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.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
