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Game 4: Orlando Magic @ Detroit Pistons [Game Thread]

Orlando Magic at Detroit Pistons, Nov 3, 2009 7:30 PM EST


NBA Regular Season

Game 4  

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November 3, 2009  7:30 PM ET
TV: Fox Sports Detroit  Radio: 97.1 The Fan
Probable starters:
Jameer Nelson PG Rodney Stuckey
Vince Carter SG Ben Gordon
Matt Barnes SF Tayshaun Prince 
Jonas Jerebko
Ryan Anderson PF Charlie Villanueva
Dwight Howard C Ben Wallace
This very well could have been a match up between two 3-0 teams, but the Pistons had problems with the "third quarter collapse" this past weekend.  Coincidentally, that's the name of the Orlando Magic blog here on SB Nation.  

Detroit was outscored by a combined 30 points in the third quarter of their two losses.  Coming out strong after halftime should be a focus every game, but will definitely be key tonight against a very good Orlando Magic team.  

This game has the opportunity to be an ol' fashioned shootout as the Magic are averaging 113 points per game and giving up 102.  Detroit is only averaging 88 points per game and is allowing 87 per game, but there's no question they are capable of putting up 100+ and their defense can be suspect, especially when matching up against Dwight Howard (sans Rasheed).  

There's a good chance Orlando is somehow dome jobbed by Detroit, though.  Detroit was the only Eastern Conference team that swept the season series with the Eastern Conference Finals representative last year and Detroit holds a .600 winning percentage all-time vs. Orlando.  

As I mentioned yesterday, Richard Hamilton will miss his third straight game.  Ben Gordon will most likely start again in his place.  Gordon is averaging 24 ppg and shooting 49%.  

There's some talk that Vince Carter's own ankle injury could prevent him from playing for the Magic.  A decision will be made after he partakes in the shootaround.  Rashard Lewis is still out due to the suspension he received for violating the NBA's steroid policy.  

Game tip is at 7:30 PM EST and will air on Fox Sports Detroit.  Remember, tonight is the last night you can watch on NBA.com's League Pass for free should you be outside the Detroit area.  While you watch, share all your thoughts and feelings in the comments.  Consider it your Pistons "gournal." 

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No Lewis and Pietrius For Oralndo......

…….With no rip for us….Should be a good game……Im calling a pistons win!!!

by BennieBladesFan on Nov 3, 2009 5:26 PM EST reply actions  

I like the positivity

I hope you’re right, obviously.

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by Packey on Nov 3, 2009 5:49 PM EST up reply actions  

Tayshaun is out tonight. And out until the weekend, at least.

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by Packey on Nov 3, 2009 6:44 PM EST reply actions  

I like Jonas starting tonight...

should bring some good energy. I am worried about energy levels coming off the bench though. Max had better bring it tonight.

by madpoopz on Nov 3, 2009 7:46 PM EST reply actions  

Ben Gordon

can’t really handle the rock.

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by Packey on Nov 3, 2009 7:51 PM EST reply actions  

I've noticed.

but he sure can shoot the rock though.

by madpoopz on Nov 3, 2009 7:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Sure can

He makes sweet sweet string music every time

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by Packey on Nov 3, 2009 7:59 PM EST up reply actions  

wow he REALLY can't...

off his toe??? C’mon BG, you know better than that.

by madpoopz on Nov 3, 2009 8:03 PM EST up reply actions  

s'what he does

his feet are ginormous or something.

I support the Tornado Release [See: Joakim Noah]

by Prevenge on Nov 3, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions  

wow...

only 2 assists so far.

by madpoopz on Nov 3, 2009 8:38 PM EST reply actions  

Free throws difference is mind boggling

Pistons 12-17
Magic 0-2

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by Packey on Nov 3, 2009 8:49 PM EST reply actions  

So I'm thinking 50 3-point attempts by the end of the game for Orlando?

They haven’t made one in a LONG time, yet they still keep firing away.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions  

Why can't we hit a 3-pointer?

I’m pretty sure all of our attempts have been WIDE open.

At least we’re not forcing it like Orlando though.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:27 PM EST reply actions  

So I traded Vince Carter for random crap and the ninth pick in fantasy

and then I picked Brandon Jennings
Seems like a good move amirite?

I support the Tornado Release [See: Joakim Noah]

by Prevenge on Nov 3, 2009 9:32 PM EST reply actions  

Oh, sorry, wrong blog ...

I was going to rub it in with the bulls sucking.
Go Pistons though. It’s the game I’m watching! [The thunder/Lakers game is blacked out, thanks NBA League Pass]

I support the Tornado Release [See: Joakim Noah]

by Prevenge on Nov 3, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions  

NO MORE 3-POINT ATTEMPTS!

We can’t hit and I’m content with running out the clock.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:36 PM EST reply actions  

Give it to 'em...

I’d rather have them run ’n gun than give it to Howard.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:40 PM EST up reply actions  

I'm not really...

it’s what they do. Usually they don’t miss this much though.

by madpoopz on Nov 3, 2009 9:44 PM EST up reply actions  

Ugh...

Pistons blowing it in the 4th…

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:41 PM EST reply actions  

They're doing alright

playing now without Rip, Tay, and Bynum. Gutsy performance tonight so far.

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by Packey on Nov 3, 2009 9:47 PM EST up reply actions  

I agree.

I’m loving the effort I’m seeing. I’m even seeing a bit of passion out of CV.

by madpoopz on Nov 3, 2009 9:47 PM EST up reply actions  

Gundy really needs to scream at his team...

They haven’t taken a good 3 in a while.

But with Howard out, their options are limited.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:52 PM EST reply actions  

HA!

Another one bites the dust.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:54 PM EST reply actions  

BYNUM!

He’ll close this one out easily.

by ZWC11 on Nov 3, 2009 9:59 PM EST reply actions  

awesome!

came back just in time to see the score from 77-77 until now. me likes our win.

I Like Pie

by mrsunshine on Nov 3, 2009 10:07 PM EST reply actions  

I called it in the opening post on this thread!!!!

3 guards looked pretty good tonight…..Only 8 assists though……To much one on one but it worked tonight!!!!…..Lets get those raptors tomorrow!!!…..GO PISTONS!!!

by BennieBladesFan on Nov 3, 2009 10:24 PM EST reply actions  

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