Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
131
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
94
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 33 | 36 | 35 | 131 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 19 | 24 | 21 | 30 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Pistons 131-94. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Celtics cashed in. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
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.