Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
107
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 21 | 23 | 29 | 96 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 27 | 27 | 29 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons pulled away from the Bulls 107-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.