Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
108
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 20 | 24 | 22 | 31 | 97 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 25 | 32 | 30 | 21 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Wizards downed the Pistons 108-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Wizards; Wizards' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.