Wed Oct 27, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
78
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 20 | 28 | 30 | 37 | 115 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 19 | 22 | 22 | 15 | 78 |
After Action Report
The Pistons blew the doors off the Celtics 115-78. The better team simply showed up tonight. Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Pistons · 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.