Thursday, April 9, 2009

Boston 106, New Jersey 104

A little slow posting this one from Wednesday night because I've been really busy this week.

[recap] [box score]

Beating the Nets is no great accomplishment, but it is an important one, as Orlando is still hot on Boston's heels for the second spot in the East as the season's final week approaches.

The good: 31/5/9 from Rajon Rondo; 15 bench points from Eddie House; nine and nine from Mikki Moore; four points and five assists from Stephon Marbury in his best all-around game as a Celtic.

The bad: A 31-point first quarter by the Nets; an inconsistent defensive effort all night; and two poor trips up-and-down in the final minute that gave the Nets a shot to win after having trailed 106-99.

Next game is Friday night, at home against Miami (no national TV).

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