Thu Feb 10, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 16 | 22 | 28 | 96 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 37 | 26 | 22 | 110 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons handled the Lakers 110-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. Pistons' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.