Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
135
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 42 | 23 | 27 | 115 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 33 | 37 | 35 | 135 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks buried the Pistons 135-115. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks; the Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.