Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
89
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 39 | 30 | 21 | 32 | 122 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 22 | 16 | 18 | 33 | 89 |
After Action Report
In Golden State, the Pistons demolished the Warriors 122-89. Lineup balance gave the Pistons a clear synergy edge. The Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Warriors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.