Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 116 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 33 | 26 | 23 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Celtics squeaked past the Pistons 116-111. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.