But it's another point on the road for Keith Curle's men - so who starred and who struggled? Find out with our player ratings...
5. Michael Harriman
Did the dogged part of his job well in limiting Orient's supply line from the left but the expressive part a bit less so as he became pinned back the more the game went on... 7
6. Ryan Watson
Made it two goals in two games with a rasping finish and it was so nearly enough for Cobblers to claim all three points. Won the ball back with regularity at the base of midfield and passed intelligently... 8 CHRON STAR MAN
7. Chris Lines
Struggled to put his imprint on proceedings and was not the only Town player to look a little leggy, understandably so... 6.5
8. Paul Anderson
Was determined to score from range it seemed, having three decent efforts blocked or saved on the night. So good at chasing lost causes and turning them into corners or attacking throw-ins... 7