Tue Nov 2, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 22 | 23 | 19 | 96 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 20 | 29 | 29 | 33 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons downed the Rockets 111-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.