Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 23 | 30 | 26 | 101 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 29 | 26 | 23 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Celtics 103-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.