Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 22 | 27 | 27 | 98 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 24 | 29 | 16 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Cavaliers 98-97. The Pistons won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Cavaliers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.