Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
92
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
98
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 17 | 27 | 24 | 92 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 23 | 23 | 20 | 32 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards edged the Pistons 98-92. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
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.