Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 25 | 21 | 31 | 109 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 28 | 32 | 18 | 105 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics squeaked past the Pistons 109-105. Celtics' offense had its way with the Pistons. The Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.