Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
131
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
135
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 37 | 33 | 30 | 31 | 131 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 40 | 28 | 30 | 37 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Cavaliers 135-131. Pistons' offense had its way with the Cavaliers. Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.