Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
84
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 16 | 18 | 26 | 24 | 84 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 35 | 24 | 32 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers rolled past the Pistons 116-84. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.