Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 34 | 37 | 20 | 113 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 32 | 30 | 22 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Pistons 114-113. Lakers' offense had its way with the Pistons. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.