Thu Oct 21, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Washington WizardsWizards
130
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
128
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 34 | 37 | 33 | 130 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 33 | 30 | 28 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards squeaked past the Pistons 130-128. Wizards' offense had its way with the Pistons. Wizards' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.