Tue Mar 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 28 | 29 | 31 | 115 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 35 | 31 | 15 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Pistons shocked the Trail Blazers 115-106. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · 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.