Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Washington WizardsWizards
114
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 32 | 41 | 21 | 121 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 25 | 27 | 28 | 34 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Wizards 121-114. Celtics torched the Wizards on the offensive end. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Wizards couldn't shake the cold spell. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.