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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.