Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
137
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 34 | 35 | 35 | 33 | 137 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 23 | 31 | 36 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Pistons outlasted the Lakers 137-119. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · 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.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.