Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 29 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 120 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 34 | 29 | 32 | 29 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Wizards 124-120. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.