Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
101
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 28 | 33 | 25 | 15 | 101 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 23 | 28 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Nets 112-101. Celtics torched the Nets on the offensive end. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Nets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Nets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.