Thu Feb 10, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 30 | 30 | 22 | 106 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 29 | 26 | 25 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Lakers 108-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · 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.