Sat Oct 23, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Washington WizardsWizards
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 20 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 98 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons snuck past the Wizards 101-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.