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Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
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Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Detroit PistonsPistons 37 23 37 28 125
Boston CelticsCeltics 32 33 28 27 120

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Pistons survived the Celtics 125-120. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in; Pistons' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 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.