Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
78
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
77
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 15 | 18 | 26 | 19 | 78 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 20 | 24 | 8 | 77 |
After Action Report
The Raptors knocked off the Celtics 78-77. Ugly basketball, but the Raptors did just enough. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
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.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.