Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 29 | 28 | 32 | 110 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 29 | 32 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Pistons 121-110. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
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.