Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
105
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 28 | 25 | 24 | 105 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 25 | 32 | 31 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Pistons 117-105. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.