Tue Mar 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
94
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 18 | 19 | 28 | 94 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 33 | 31 | 25 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers blew the doors off the Pistons 120-94. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.