Detroit got a much-needed win but are still down in the Eastern Conference First Round 2-3, as Charlotte came up short today in a 110-103 game. "That was a really tough game to lose," said Charlotte coach Bob after the game. "We came in thinking we could beat these guys. And we really played them well. But a few too many mistakes on our part kept us from getting the 'W'." One player who definitely can't be too downcast is Atkins, whose outstanding game was one of the bright points for Charlotte and caused some other teams to take notice.

Detroit was led by Kay (23 points, a block), Henderson (13 points, 9 boards, 3 assists, a steal, a block), Fox (16 points, 1 assists, a steal, 3 blocks). Charlotte was led by Atkins (27 points, 8 boards, 3 assists, 2 steals), Leonard (29 points, 0 assists, a steal, a block), Neal (7 points, 2 steals).

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