Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 35 | 26 | 18 | 27 | 106 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 33 | 20 | 23 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Wizards outlasted the Pistons 106-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Wizards carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Wizards' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.