Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
87
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Detroit PistonsPistons
89
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 20 | 24 | 21 | 87 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 18 | 18 | 28 | 25 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Celtics 89-87. The Pistons won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Style points be damned.