Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
104
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 112 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 28 | 23 | 24 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Pistons edged the Hawks 112-104. Pistons' offense had its way with the Hawks. The Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Pistons bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Hawks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.