Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 19 | 31 | 44 | 122 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 20 | 21 | 27 | 31 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Heat demolished the Pistons 122-99. The Heat got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Heat owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Heat stayed locked in. Heat's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.