Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
138
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 32 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 112 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 38 | 31 | 36 | 33 | 138 |
After Action Report
The Pistons rolled past the Nuggets 138-112. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. The Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.