Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
away
Detroit PistonsPistons
129
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 31 | 25 | 33 | 123 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 26 | 34 | 38 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Celtics 129-123. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Pistons · 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.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.