Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Dec 4, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
106
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 28 | 27 | 30 | 116 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 17 | 28 | 29 | 106 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Pistons outlasted the Hornets 116-106. Pistons' offense had its way with the Hornets. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.