Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
139
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
141
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 27 | 41 | 33 | 26 | 12 | 139 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 24 | 40 | 32 | 14 | 141 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Raptors 141-139 in overtime. The Raptors had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.