Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
101
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
87
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 22 | 28 | 25 | 26 | 101 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 25 | 20 | 17 | 87 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Kings outlasted the Pistons 101-87. The Pistons couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Kings. Kings' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.