Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 28 | 33 | 28 | 23 | 112 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 30 | 21 | 26 | 104 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Raptors edged the Pistons 112-104. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Raptors; the Raptors answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.