Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
81
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 14 | 22 | 23 | 81 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Pistons 116-81. The better team simply showed up tonight. Celtics' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.