Sat Jan 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
113
away
Chemistry
Cold
Detroit PistonsPistons
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 36 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 113 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Bulls 117-113. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; shots just aren't falling for the Bulls lately. The Bulls looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.