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Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 32 | 28 | 29 | 120 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 29 | 32 | 33 | 24 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Wizards 120-118. Pistons controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.