Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 23 | 27 | 31 | 114 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 39 | 26 | 13 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Bulls downed the Pistons 114-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Bulls cashed in. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Bulls pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.