Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 32 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 108 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 19 | 37 | 21 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Heat 109-108. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Heat bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.