Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
137
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
135
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | OT2 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 36 | 30 | 23 | 23 | 13 | 12 | 137 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 25 | 24 | 31 | 13 | 10 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Pistons 137-135 in double overtime. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.