Tue Nov 30, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 27 | 31 | 26 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 29 | 33 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Rockets 117-116. Pistons controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.