Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
97
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 26 | 16 | 29 | 98 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 26 | 21 | 21 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Pistons 98-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; second-chance points piled up for the Pistons.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.