Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 17 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 30 | 30 | 19 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics outlasted the Raptors 111-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Celtics. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. 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.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.