Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 5
Washington WizardsWizards
125
away
Detroit PistonsPistons
130
home
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 31 | 30 | 33 | 31 | 125 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 34 | 36 | 30 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Wizards 130-125. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Pistons couldn't shake the cold spell.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.