Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 33 | 19 | 27 | 99 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 24 | 32 | 29 | 33 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pistons handled the Mavericks 118-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; the Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.