Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
94
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 16 | 31 | 22 | 25 | 94 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 40 | 31 | 31 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Raptors 128-94. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Raptors utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.