Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 30 | 27 | 33 | 119 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 36 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 118 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics squeaked past the Pistons 119-118. The breakneck pace played right into Celtics' hands. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.