Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 26 | 28 | 31 | 21 | 106 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons downed the Nuggets 120-106. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pistons' outside barrage was a constant threat. Tonight's Nuggets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.