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Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
120
away
Chemistry Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Philadelphia 76ers76ers 34 28 27 31 120
Detroit PistonsPistons 34 28 26 29 117

After Action Report

The 76ers squeaked past the Pistons 120-117. 76ers' offense had its way with the Pistons. 76ers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the 76ers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. 76ers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

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.
  • 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.