Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
83
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
143
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 13 | 15 | 29 | 83 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 42 | 35 | 38 | 143 |
After Action Report
The Pistons rolled past the Celtics 143-83. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.