Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
away
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
98
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 113 |
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 22 | 21 | 26 | 29 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Charlotte, the Celtics pulled away from the Bobcats 113-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. 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 · 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.