Mon Mar 14, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 33 | 20 | 33 | 112 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 35 | 28 | 23 | 36 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Atlanta, the Hawks outlasted the Pistons 122-112. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Hawks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.