Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 23 | 23 | 29 | 99 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 22 | 27 | 38 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Pistons pulled away from the Cavaliers 110-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers couldn't shake the cold spell. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.