Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
133
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
135
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 24 | 31 | 34 | 12 | 133 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 35 | 32 | 24 | 14 | 135 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics snuck past the Suns 135-133 in overtime. Celtics' offense had its way with the Suns. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Suns bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
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.