Tue Mar 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
131
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 37 | 33 | 33 | 131 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 33 | 31 | 26 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Pistons downed the Trail Blazers 131-115. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.