The Pistons lost another showdown game to the Heat, 108-74, on Wednesday night. Rod Beard, The Detroit News
Miami — It’s a streak that was built like a house of cards. Over a five-week stretch, the Pistons won 12 of 14 games and catapulted from playoff purgatory into the No. 6 spot in the Eastern Conference. Although the level of competition wasn’t top-notch, the Pistons capitalized on the schedule and played well when they needed.