Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
126
away
Chemistry
Tense
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 39 | 34 | 29 | 24 | 126 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 29 | 20 | 25 | 21 | 95 |
After Action Report
In Philadelphia, the Pistons buried the 76ers 126-95. Pistons controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Pistons' old heads steadied the ship in the swings; the 76ers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.