Wed Oct 27, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Detroit PistonsPistons
132
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 23 | 28 | 44 | 132 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 33 | 26 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Pistons downed the Celtics 132-116. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.