Thu Oct 14, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
96
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 99 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 23 | 18 | 29 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Pistons 99-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Pistons bent the defense out of shape from deep. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity.