Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 20 | 32 | 28 | 117 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 25 | 19 | 27 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Pistons handled the Celtics 117-98. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Pistons. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.