Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
87
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 26 | 34 | 23 | 113 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 18 | 25 | 27 | 17 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Pistons blew the doors off the Bulls 113-87. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons sent shots into the fifth row all night; the Pistons carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Pistons · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.