Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
133
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 40 | 28 | 33 | 32 | 133 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 33 | 23 | 35 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Pistons took care of the Celtics 133-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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.