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Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
123
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Chemistry Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 35 21 28 39 123
Detroit PistonsPistons 32 35 25 21 113

After Action Report

The Wizards outlasted the Pistons 123-113. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. The Wizards carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Wizards' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.