Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
82
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
100
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 20 | 14 | 27 | 82 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 26 | 21 | 27 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Pistons pulled away from the Mavericks 100-82. The Pistons won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.