Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
away
Chemistry
Elite
Washington WizardsWizards
107
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 34 | 21 | 34 | 113 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 23 | 36 | 20 | 28 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Celtics fended off the Wizards 113-107. Lineup balance gave the Celtics a clear synergy edge. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Celtics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. 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.