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Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
away
Chemistry Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
home
Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Detroit PistonsPistons 25 25 24 24 98
Boston CelticsCeltics 30 37 30 31 128

After Action Report

The Celtics rolled past the Pistons 128-98. The Pistons had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.