Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
124
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Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
113
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 28 | 37 | 30 | 29 | 124 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 34 | 27 | 24 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Pistons handled the Bulls 124-113. The Pistons got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · 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.