Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 120 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 20 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Pistons 120-101. The Pistons had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.