Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 32 | 26 | 32 | 33 | 123 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 26 | 23 | 32 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Raptors handled the Pistons 123-104. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Raptors' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Raptors sent shots into the fifth row all night.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.