Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
132
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 33 | 32 | 31 | 36 | 132 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 28 | 38 | 23 | 35 | 124 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Pistons edged the Wizards 132-124. The tempo dragged the Wizards into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Pistons' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Wizards utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.