Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 18 | 37 | 37 | 29 | 121 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 26 | 23 | 28 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Nets stunned the Celtics 121-101. Nets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Nets pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.