Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
94
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
125
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 18 | 23 | 21 | 32 | 94 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 32 | 34 | 24 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics ran roughshod over the Pistons 125-94. The Pistons had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.