Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
138
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 26 | 30 | 20 | 22 | 98 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 31 | 36 | 40 | 138 |
After Action Report
The Pistons buried the Bulls 138-98. Pistons' scorers couldn't be contained. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pistons bent the defense out of shape from deep. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.