Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
136
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 35 | 24 | 24 | 106 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 38 | 30 | 25 | 43 | 136 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics demolished the Pistons 136-106. Lineup balance gave the Celtics a clear synergy edge. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.