Thu Feb 10, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 33 | 23 | 26 | 104 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 29 | 24 | 25 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Pistons 104-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.