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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.