Wed Nov 24, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
80
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 25 | 39 | 24 | 112 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 24 | 14 | 21 | 80 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 112-80. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode; fresh off a statement win, the Cavaliers stayed locked in. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.