Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
129
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
142
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 34 | 37 | 28 | 129 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 47 | 32 | 29 | 34 | 142 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Celtics 142-129. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.