The matchup between Coach Bob's New Orleans team and Coach David Smith's Detroit team turned into a interesting event. Midway through the game, a questionable call caused a tirade by the New Orleans coach. After 10 minutes of arguing and chair throwing, Coach Bob was tossed from the game. New Orleans was able to win under the coaching of assistant coach Bob.

After the game, reporters looked for a statement from Coach Bob but he managed to slip out of the building. Rumors made by officals from New Orleans stated Coach he could be on his way out after the season. If that happens maybe, New Orleans will be headed into the lower echelon of the league.

New Orleans was led by Dimascio (28 points, 7 boards, 2 assists, a block), Davis (11 points, 4 steals), Brown (11 points). Detroit was led by Reynolds (17 points, 14 boards, 2 assists, a block), Wood (9 points, 16 boards, 0 assists), Degraff (21 points, 0 assists, a block).

With this victory, New Orleans jump to 30-15 and 17-3 at home. They stay at #1 in the Southwest and remain at #3 overall in the Western Conference. With the defeat, Detroit fall to 29-14. They stay at #2 in the Central and hold at #4 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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