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Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
114
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Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Philadelphia 76ers76ers 27 29 36 22 114
Boston CelticsCeltics 27 24 25 29 105

After Action Report

In a track meet, the 76ers fended off the Celtics 114-105. The breakneck pace played right into 76ers' hands. 76ers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; 76ers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. 76ers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.