Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 29 | 33 | 29 | 115 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 23 | 23 | 29 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Pistons upended the Celtics 115-104. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.