Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
81
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 34 | 27 | 24 | 27 | 112 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 16 | 17 | 21 | 81 |
After Action Report
The Pistons rolled past the Celtics 112-81. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.