Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 26 | 36 | 18 | 106 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 37 | 27 | 40 | 31 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks demolished the Pistons 135-106. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Pistons looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.