Sat Oct 23, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
New Jersey NetsNets
104
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 24 | 30 | 28 | 22 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Nets 109-104. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. Celtics' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; the Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.