Thu Oct 21, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Washington WizardsWizards
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 28 | 30 | 26 | 34 | 118 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards edged the Pistons 118-111. Wizards controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.