Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
94
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 25 | 19 | 24 | 102 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 25 | 20 | 23 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Pistons 102-94. Every possession went the Celtics way. Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.