Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 24 | 32 | 30 | 111 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 25 | 33 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Pistons fended off the Raptors 117-111. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. The Pistons couldn't shake the cold spell; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.