Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 22 | 35 | 34 | 121 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 18 | 30 | 25 | 25 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Pistons demolished the Celtics 121-98. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. The Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Pistons' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.