Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 33 | 29 | 27 | 123 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 29 | 26 | 31 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Celtics downed the Pistons 123-112. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pistons couldn't shake the cold spell.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.