Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 116 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 34 | 32 | 22 | 30 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pistons squeaked past the Mavericks 118-116. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Pistons ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.