Thu Jan 27, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Indiana PacersPacers
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 24 | 19 | 27 | 96 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 33 | 28 | 12 | 35 | 108 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pacers outlasted the Pistons 108-96. Pacers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Pacers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pistons looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.