Fri Dec 3, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 22 | 26 | 23 | 22 | 12 | 105 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 23 | 32 | 18 | 9 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Raptors snuck past the Celtics 105-102 in overtime. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Raptors carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Celtics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.