Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
103
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 19 | 36 | 16 | 97 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 22 | 28 | 26 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Pistons edged the Celtics 103-97. Every possession went the Pistons way. The Pistons played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Pistons' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Celtics looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.