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Sun Mar 13, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
125
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Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
119
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 27 35 35 28 125
Boston CelticsCeltics 26 47 23 23 119

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Wizards outlasted the Celtics 125-119. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Wizards ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Wizards' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
  • Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.