Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 37 | 30 | 36 | 28 | 131 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Celtics ran roughshod over the Pistons 131-104. Celtics' offense had its way with the Pistons. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.