Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 37 | 28 | 33 | 129 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 36 | 29 | 32 | 131 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers squeaked past the Pistons 131-129. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.