Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
100
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 34 | 25 | 23 | 110 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Magic 110-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.