Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Chicago BullsBulls
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 38 | 26 | 34 | 23 | 121 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 33 | 30 | 30 | 19 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Pistons edged the Bulls 121-112. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.