Women's Hoops Blog

Inane commentary on a game that deserves far better


Monday, June 14, 2004

Detroit is getting back to championship form. They've won 4 straight, including 3 on the road.

Two of the wins have come over Indiana. On Saturday the Shock got their second close one over the Fever when Indiana pulled a Chris Webber, calling a timeout they didn't have.

Several of the wins have involved coming from behind (including Wednesday's record-setting 23-point comeback). "We never make it easy on ourselves, but you know that’s the role of the defending champion," Coach Bill Laimbeer said.

Meanwhile, Detroit is poised to add a NBA title to its WNBA title. Everyone picked the Lakers to win the title, and many picked a sweep. But after last night's win, the Pistons lead 3-1.

(Cheryl Ford has been at the games cheering for her dad. She was interviewed during the game last night. She has been gracious, but she seems to be tiring of all the questions.)

Detroit has a chance to close it out in 5 on Tuesday. If you want to see some of the best defensive basketball ever played, tune in.