Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
84
away
Chemistry
Cold
Detroit PistonsPistons
102
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 15 | 23 | 16 | 30 | 84 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 29 | 26 | 19 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Pistons took care of the Kings 102-84. The Kings couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Pistons. The Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Kings came in with something to prove after a loss. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.