Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
88
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 29 | 39 | 36 | 131 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 20 | 24 | 19 | 88 |
After Action Report
The Celtics rolled past the Raptors 131-88. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Raptors' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.