Thu Jan 27, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
85
away
Chemistry
Cold
Indiana PacersPacers
127
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 17 | 22 | 18 | 85 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 32 | 35 | 28 | 32 | 127 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers blew the doors off the Pistons 127-85. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. The Pacers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.