Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Apr 10, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
132
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
113
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 29 | 32 | 39 | 132 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 32 | 29 | 28 | 24 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Pistons pulled away from the Heat 132-113. Pistons' offense had its way with the Heat. Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.