Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
122
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 34 | 28 | 24 | 118 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 27 | 19 | 52 | 24 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Wizards snuck past the Pistons 122-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Wizards cashed in. The Wizards carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Wizards' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Pistons looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.