Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
85
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
93
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 18 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 85 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Nets 93-85. The Celtics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately. The Nets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Nets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Nets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.