Thu Jan 27, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
110
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 31 | 33 | 25 | 117 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 28 | 32 | 25 | 25 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Pistons edged the Pacers 117-110. Pistons' scorers couldn't be contained. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Pistons' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.