Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 30 | 38 | 34 | 128 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 28 | 36 | 30 | 124 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Celtics survived the Pistons 128-124. Celtics torched the Pistons on the offensive end. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.