Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
87
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
91
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 16 | 25 | 20 | 26 | 87 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 18 | 24 | 28 | 21 | 91 |
After Action Report
The Bulls squeaked past the Pistons 91-87. The Pistons couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Bulls. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Bulls carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.