Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 21 | 25 | 20 | 96 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 31 | 21 | 34 | 26 | 112 |
After Action Report
The 76ers pulled away from the Pistons 112-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. 76ers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss. The 76ers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the 76ers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.