Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
143
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
135
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 41 | 32 | 33 | 37 | 143 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 29 | 35 | 32 | 39 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Pistons outlasted the Wizards 143-135. Pistons' offense had its way with the Wizards. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Pistons; 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 · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.