Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 32 | 14 | 32 | 101 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 25 | 33 | 28 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers upended the Pistons 116-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.