Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 26 | 36 | 19 | 101 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 31 | 18 | 22 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Pistons 101-98. The better team simply showed up tonight. Celtics' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.