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Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 32 | 22 | 33 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 29 | 27 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Lakers 119-116. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.