Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
130
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 35 | 28 | 35 | 32 | 130 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 31 | 39 | 32 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Celtics 135-130. Pistons' offense had its way with the Celtics. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.