Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 19 | 27 | 29 | 104 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 32 | 27 | 29 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Bulls 121-104. The Bulls had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Bulls came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.