Detroit pulled even with Charlotte in the Eastern Conference First Round 3-3 in a game where their coach stole the headlines. The matchup between Coach David Smith's Detroit team and Coach Bob's Charlotte team turned into a interesting event. Midway through the game, a questionable call caused a tirade by the Detroit coach. After 10 minutes of arguing and chair throwing, Coach David Smith was tossed from the game. Detroit was able to win under the coaching of assistant coach Bob.

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

Detroit was led by Kay (25 points, 5 boards, 1 assists), Fox (14 points, 2 assists, 2 steals, 3 blocks), Delgado (11 points, 5 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks). Charlotte was led by Leonard (39 points, a steal, a block), Atkins (17 points, 11 boards, 1 assists), Gonzalez (8 points, 13 boards, 0 assists).

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