Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 25 | 30 | 25 | 104 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 22 | 24 | 29 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Heat survived the Pistons 104-103. The Pistons couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Heat. The Heat owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Heat ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.