Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
78
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 26 | 24 | 20 | 98 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 21 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 78 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Knicks 98-78. Every possession went the Pistons way. The Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.