Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Jersey NetsNets
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 23 | 23 | 28 | 103 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 31 | 27 | 32 | 21 | 111 |
After Action Report
In New Jersey, the Nets edged the Celtics 111-103. The better team simply showed up tonight. Nets' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.