Thu Feb 10, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 27 | 23 | 28 | 99 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 26 | 33 | 22 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Pistons handled the Lakers 111-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.