Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 23 | 34 | 30 | 117 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 45 | 32 | 25 | 21 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Celtics held off the Pistons 123-117. Celtics' offense had its way with the Pistons. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.