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Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
108
away
Chemistry Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Toronto RaptorsRaptors 29 23 33 23 108
Boston CelticsCeltics 32 21 23 25 101

After Action Report

The Raptors edged the Celtics 108-101. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Raptors' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.