Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
107
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 107 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 31 | 33 | 25 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons handled the Cavaliers 126-107. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.