Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
134
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 113 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 38 | 32 | 29 | 35 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Pistons 134-113. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.