Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 31 | 33 | 27 | 117 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 26 | 34 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Pistons 117-116. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.