Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
82
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
93
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 27 | 14 | 14 | 82 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 31 | 17 | 23 | 22 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks took care of the Pistons 93-82. The Pistons couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; the Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.