Sun Mar 13, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 31 | 30 | 24 | 20 | 105 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 20 | 36 | 22 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Jazz 115-105. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss. The Jazz looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.