Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Detroit PistonsPistons
97
away
Washington WizardsWizards
120
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 31 | 15 | 25 | 97 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 23 | 33 | 37 | 27 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Wizards buried the Pistons 120-97. Wizards torched the Pistons on the offensive end. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.