Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
125
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 97 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 36 | 27 | 21 | 41 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Pistons buried the Celtics 125-97. 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. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.