Sat Dec 25, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 25 | 27 | 22 | 101 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 43 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Pacers rolled past the Pistons 131-101. Pacers torched the Pistons on the offensive end. The Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Pacers stayed locked in. Early returns: the Pacers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.