Detroit defeated Orlando last night by a score of 93-91, proving that they are not done winning just yet. They have come under scrutiny lately, despite the fact that they have continued winning. Coach David Smith said after the game that "We just can't impress the sportswriters enough, I guess. No matter how we perform during the game, there are going to be reasons to complain."

Orlando coach Bob couldn't agree more. "This is a good team. The better team just won tonight, that's all. Go write your story."

Detroit was led by White (16 points, 12 boards, 2 assists, 2 blocks), Lacroix (18 points, 14 boards, 0 assists, a steal, a block), Martin (22 points, 0 assists, a block). Orlando was led by Archie (6 points, 10 assists, 6 steals), Small (10 points, 11 boards, 1 assists, 4 blocks), Durham (18 points, 3 assists).

Detroit improve to 19-13 after this victory. They stay at #4 in the Central and hold at #7 overall in the Eastern Conference. Orlando keep stumbling with a losing streak of 7 games and fall to 16-15 and 10-7 at home. They hold at #3 in the Southeast and remain at #9 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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