Heat survives Pistons’ scare
DETROIT, Michigan — When Dwayne Wade was not playing because of his ankle injuries, the Miami Heat was struggling on the road but this Wednesday night the Heat survived a threat from the home team the Detroit Pisotns at the Palace of Auburn Hills, 101-98.
With LeBron James leading the way with 32 points and seven assists the Heat managed to hold off their opponent in the last few ticks of the game. James sank all six crucial free throws for Miami to top the Pistons.
Chris Bosh also had a great game following their previous win. With this clash againt the Pistos with 27 poind. Mario Chalmers had 16 points while reserve Mike Miller added 10 off the bench for Miami.
“What I’ve found out as a member of the Miami Heat is teams get very excited to play us, especially on the road. The crowds are pretty electric and a lot of guys make a lot of shots against us. Austin Daye got it rolling tonight and Monroe played a tough game. We’ve come to expect guys playing well against us because the home crowd is much more electric,” said Miami’s forward/guard Shane Battier on the Pistons’ unexpectedly strong challenge.
On the other hadn, the Pistons were led by Austin Daye who scored his career-high 28 points for 10 of 18 in the field including 4 of 9 in the three point area. Greg Monroe scored a double double with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Brandon Knight had 17 points while Rodney Stuckey added 15 points but they still came up short in the end.
“We came up a couple of plays short but we lost on our terms tonight,” said Pistons coach Lawrence Frank.
Next for the Heat will be the New York Knicks and the Pistons will meet up with the Atlanta Hawks this Friday.
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Posted by Johndel Kaye Patrick Callora
on Jan 26 2012. Filed under Basketball.
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