Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 34 | 20 | 31 | 26 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 11 | 28 | 38 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Raptors snuck past the Celtics 111-107. Raptors controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Fresh off a statement win, the Raptors stayed locked in; Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · 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.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.