Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 36 | 24 | 30 | 37 | 127 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 25 | 31 | 25 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Heat handled the Pistons 127-114. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Heat cashed in. The Heat answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Heat's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.