Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
101
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 35 | 31 | 35 | 28 | 129 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 30 | 21 | 27 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Pistons demolished the Cavaliers 129-101. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.