Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
131
away
Chemistry
Cold
Detroit PistonsPistons
122
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 23 | 30 | 31 | 20 | 131 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 11 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Heat fended off the Pistons 131-122 in overtime. Heat torched the Pistons on the offensive end. The Heat carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Heat's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Heat's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.