Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
109
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 30 | 18 | 31 | 18 | 97 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 24 | 25 | 30 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Pistons pulled away from the Bulls 109-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.