Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
130
away
Chemistry
Cold
Detroit PistonsPistons
138
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 30 | 30 | 34 | 130 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 38 | 36 | 40 | 24 | 138 |
After Action Report
The Pistons edged the Cavaliers 138-130. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in; Cavaliers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. 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.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.