Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
117
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 24 | 31 | 31 | 115 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 28 | 30 | 26 | 33 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Toronto, the Raptors squeaked past the Celtics 117-115. Raptors' offense had its way with the Celtics. The Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss; the Raptors pushed the pace until the other side broke. Raptors' 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 · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.