Wed Oct 27, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Detroit PistonsPistons
92
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 25 | 19 | 15 | 92 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 30 | 29 | 25 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics pulled away from the Pistons 108-92. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.