Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
118
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 34 | 27 | 30 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Cavaliers 119-118. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · 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.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.