Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 28 | 30 | 40 | 122 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 18 | 36 | 32 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Pistons handled the Cavaliers 122-111. Pistons' offense had its way with the Cavaliers. Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Pistons. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons 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.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.