Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 22 | 25 | 24 | 99 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 33 | 27 | 32 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pistons handled the Celtics 116-99. Lineup balance gave the Pistons a clear synergy edge. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- 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.
- 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.