Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
100
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
92
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 25 | 27 | 24 | 100 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 27 | 25 | 10 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Pistons fended off the Wizards 100-92. The Wizards couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Pistons. Fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Wizards · 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.