Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
105
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 33 | 31 | 20 | 111 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 12 | 35 | 30 | 28 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Pistons 111-105. Celtics torched the Pistons on the offensive end. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- 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.