Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
107
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 35 | 25 | 26 | 21 | 107 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 17 | 21 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Knicks 107-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; the Knicks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.