[JRutledge]

Hawk,

I do not disagree. I did not see the entire game (I was officiating). But at the end they seemed to make it clear the Pistons domininated this series.

But I do remember back in 1988 (sorry if I am off by a year) when the Pistons played the Lakers, I do not remember many folks saying the Lakers would not have won if the Isiah was not hurt. That is why the next year was so sweet. Then it was great when they won back to back to validate that team. I think this year have clearly earned the respect much more than they recieved in the past. I just hope they can do it again. It will be tough, but they are young and talented. If this team can keep the core together, they might just have a chance.

Peace