Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 30 | 20 | 21 | 98 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 32 | 25 | 29 | 26 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Nets outlasted the Pistons 112-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Nets came in with something to prove after a loss; shots just aren't falling for the Pistons lately. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.