Thu Oct 21, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Washington WizardsWizards
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 29 | 22 | 36 | 117 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Wizards squeaked past the Pistons 117-112. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Wizards; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Wizards rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.