The result, however, saw the Lilywhites edge a little closer away from the relegation zone, but the still could become embroiled in the scrap, should Rotherham United manage close the gap by winning their two games in hand and set up a dramatic finale to the season.
Speaking after the Stoke game, Preston's interim head coach Frankie McAvoy claimed: “It’s great when you don’t concede, it’s great for the defence and the group as a whole.
“Coming off the back of that defeat last week, it was important to get something from this game for morale.
“The intention from us was to be as positive for the whole game as we were in the second half but obviously it didn’t work that way in the first half.
“The fact we lost heavily the previous week might have made an impact on their minds to start with. I understand that but the first half wasn’t good enough.”
Next up, Preston take on Derby County at Deepdale tonight, when they'll be looking to all but secure their safety with a win over the struggling Rams.
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Preston North End and the rest of the Championship, as the build-up to the midweek action continues:
5. Wilson unlikely to rejoin Cardiff
Cardiff City's hopes of bringing Harry Wilson back on loan for next season look to have taken a blow, with reports suggesting the Reds aren't willing to let him leave on another temporary move. He's still yet to make his Premier League debut for the Reds. (Wales Online) Photo: Catherine Ivill
6. Skipp hints at Norwich return
Norwich City's star loanee Oliver Skipp has hinted that he hopes to rejoin the Canaries on loan next season, claiming he's eager to keep playing first-team football. He's got over three years left on his current deal with parent club Spurs. (The 72) Photo: Stephen Pond
7. Owls ace eyed by Portuguese giants
Sheffield Wednesday defender Osaze Urhoghide is believed to be of interest to Portuguese giants Sporting CP, who could be set to sign the player on a pre-contract deal. The Primeira Liga leaders at set to qualify for next season's Champions League. (Football League World) Photo: Alex Livesey
8. Palace to snub Cooper
Swansea City manager Steve Cooper looks to no longer be of interest to Crystal Palace as they search for Roy Hodgson's long-term successor, with Burnley's Sean Dyche and ex-Chelsea boss Frank Lampard said to be their primary targets. (The Athletic) Photo: George Wood