Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
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Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
125
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 23 | 35 | 28 | 111 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 36 | 34 | 20 | 35 | 125 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Knicks outlasted the Pistons 125-111. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.