Wed Oct 27, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 26 | 32 | 22 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 23 | 25 | 22 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Celtics 104-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.