Atlanta made some believers today with a big win over Detroit. "I know all the headlines are going to say 'Atlanta upset Detroit', but we knew going in that we could play with these guys. It's no upset in my book," said Atlanta coach Bob. "We've had some trouble early on, but the team's finally getting it together. Just look at Baker - he was unstoppable." Today's win certainly helps get their message out, but Atlanta still have some work ahead of them. Atlanta was led by Baker (11 points, 7 boards, 2 assists, 3 blocks), Wade (12 points, 6 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Contreras (14 points). Detroit was led by White (6 points, 7 boards, 0 assists, a steal, 2 blocks), Pendleton (9 points, 0 assists), Tatum (7 points, 2 assists).

With this win, Atlanta stand at 31-41 and 22-15 at home. They hold at #4 in the Southeast and stay at #12 overall in the Eastern Conference. After today's defeat, Detroit are now 42-29. They stay at #2 in the Central and hold at #5 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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