Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
115
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 23 | 32 | 26 | 113 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 31 | 25 | 27 | 32 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Knicks snuck past the Pistons 115-113. The breakneck pace played right into Knicks' hands. The Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Knicks. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.