The Pistons out-scored the Wizards 31-15 in the 3rd quarter and made it stand up.  Richard Hamilton had a good game with 27 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.  Tayshaun Prince filled up the boxscore with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists.  Rasheed Wallace had a huge game with 20 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 blocked shots.  Chauncey Billups did a good job directing the attack with 12 points & 10 assists.  Lindsay Hunter pitched in with 12 points off the bench.

The Pistons improved to 4-5 on the season.