Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 35 | 29 | 33 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 36 | 24 | 32 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Pistons held off the Lakers 119-113. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.