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Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
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Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
94
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 27 27 30 22 106
Washington WizardsWizards 26 28 20 20 94

After Action Report

The Celtics handled the Wizards 106-94. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; second-chance points piled up for the Wizards. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 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.