Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
89
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 24 | 23 | 24 | 18 | 89 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 38 | 23 | 23 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Raptors 111-89. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.