Sat Dec 25, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Indiana PacersPacers
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 22 | 21 | 35 | 108 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 29 | 33 | 31 | 118 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Pacers took care of the Pistons 118-108. The breakneck pace played right into Pacers' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Pacers; the Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Pacers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.