Thu Feb 10, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
100
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 27 | 26 | 39 | 115 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 27 | 22 | 24 | 100 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers pulled away from the Pistons 115-100. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.