Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
119
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 25 | 32 | 33 | 119 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 31 | 20 | 29 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Celtics handled the Pistons 119-104. Celtics torched the Pistons on the offensive end. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Celtics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.