Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 1
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
away
Boston CelticsCeltics
90
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 21 | 36 | 25 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 22 | 15 | 22 | 90 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Pistons stunned the Celtics 104-90. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. 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 · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.