Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
127
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 127 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 19 | 26 | 35 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Pistons 127-111. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.