Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
124
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 28 | 31 | 28 | 9 | 122 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 27 | 32 | 29 | 11 | 124 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pistons survived the Wizards 124-122 in overtime. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Pistons. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.