Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 127 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 42 | 25 | 30 | 29 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Lakers 127-126. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.