Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 22 | 20 | 26 | 13 | 108 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 22 | 23 | 29 | 15 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Celtics 110-108 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.