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Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
138
away
Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Toronto RaptorsRaptors 32 37 36 33 138
Boston CelticsCeltics 32 27 19 35 113

After Action Report

In Boston, the Raptors demolished the Celtics 138-113. The Raptors got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Raptors; the Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.

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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.