Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 19 | 24 | 29 | 27 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 36 | 29 | 30 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Pistons 121-99. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.