Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 29 | 26 | 31 | 120 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 34 | 27 | 30 | 19 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Wizards 120-110. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss; Wizards' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.