Sun Oct 17, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
111
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 26 | 27 | 35 | 115 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 31 | 22 | 29 | 29 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Heat 115-111. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.