Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 28 | 30 | 24 | 103 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 29 | 33 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Pistons took care of the Bulls 116-103. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Pistons; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.