Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 49 | 27 | 21 | 28 | 125 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 31 | 26 | 24 | 114 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics downed the Pistons 125-114. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.