Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 26 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 113 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 29 | 31 | 25 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Raptors squeaked past the Celtics 113-110. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Raptors steamroller is in full effect right now; Raptors' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Raptors · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.