Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 26 | 22 | 25 | 33 | 106 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 21 | 33 | 28 | 16 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the SuperSonics outlasted the Pistons 106-98. SuperSonics torched the Pistons on the offensive end. SuperSonics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.