Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
108
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 31 | 28 | 27 | 114 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 26 | 27 | 32 | 23 | 108 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics fended off the Raptors 114-108. The tempo dragged the Raptors into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss. Whispers of a Raptors locker-room rift aren't helping.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.