Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 22 | 19 | 22 | 96 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 17 | 36 | 22 | 30 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons fended off the Celtics 105-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Celtics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.