Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 30 | 33 | 29 | 121 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 30 | 31 | 29 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Pistons survived the Celtics 121-116. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.