Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
84
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 35 | 22 | 28 | 19 | 104 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 15 | 20 | 19 | 30 | 84 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Wizards 104-84. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.