Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
125
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Jersey NetsNets
85
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 39 | 28 | 31 | 27 | 125 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 21 | 16 | 21 | 27 | 85 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Nets 125-85. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Nets couldn't shake the cold spell. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Nets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.