Sat Feb 12, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 36 | 23 | 23 | 27 | 109 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 28 | 26 | 34 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Wizards 118-109. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; the Pistons bent the defense out of shape from deep. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.