Thu Jan 27, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 32 | 30 | 23 | 110 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 26 | 29 | 22 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Pistons fended off the Pacers 110-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.