Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 24 | 30 | 22 | 7 | 113 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 12 | 33 | 30 | 31 | 10 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Pistons upended the Celtics 116-113 in overtime. Lineup balance gave the Pistons a clear synergy edge. The Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.