Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 24 | 25 | 21 | 100 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 37 | 27 | 18 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Wizards outlasted the Pistons 108-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.