Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 1:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 34 | 24 | 24 | 114 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 32 | 31 | 24 | 29 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Kings snuck past the Pistons 116-114. Kings controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Kings' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Kings rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.