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Thu Jan 27, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
away
Chemistry Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
102
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Detroit PistonsPistons 29 29 28 30 116
Indiana PacersPacers 21 24 30 27 102

After Action Report

In Indiana, the Pistons handled the Pacers 116-102. The tempo dragged the Pacers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke; shots just aren't falling for the Pacers lately. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Pacers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.