Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
100
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 27 | 19 | 29 | 100 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 30 | 21 | 21 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Cavaliers 100-95. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Pistons. Pistons' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.