Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
away
Chemistry
Elite
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
127
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 33 | 25 | 40 | 128 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 43 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Raptors 128-127. The Raptors had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.