Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 28 | 33 | 28 | 32 | 121 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nets outlasted the Celtics 121-106. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.