Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 33 | 33 | 26 | 125 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 20 | 27 | 35 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Pistons demolished the Celtics 125-102. Pistons controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.