Mon Dec 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
131
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 35 | 29 | 33 | 120 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 35 | 33 | 29 | 34 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks handled the Pistons 131-120. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.