Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
82
away
Chemistry
Cold
Detroit PistonsPistons
96
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 24 | 17 | 24 | 82 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 27 | 22 | 19 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Pistons downed the Celtics 96-82. Pistons' stops on the defensive end set the tone. Pistons' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- 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.