Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 2
New Jersey NetsNets
98
away
Boston CelticsCeltics
95
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 21 | 23 | 23 | 31 | 98 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 10 | 30 | 28 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Nets snuck past the Celtics 98-95. The Nets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Shots just aren't falling for the Nets lately; the Nets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.