Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 34 | 29 | 27 | 123 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 16 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 101 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pistons buried the Celtics 123-101. Pistons controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Pistons; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.