Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
144
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 25 | 20 | 29 | 103 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 38 | 38 | 36 | 144 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks buried the Pistons 144-103. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.