Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 34 | 27 | 24 | 110 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 35 | 34 | 21 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Pistons 117-110. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · 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.