Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
139
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 40 | 33 | 29 | 139 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Pistons demolished the Bulls 139-107. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Bulls · 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.