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Pistons in good mood despite Game 1 loss (AP)

 
The Detroit Pistons are down and being doubted, which is a plus and a problem for an enigmatic team as they idle for two days after blowing a 15-point lead in Game 1 to the Philadelphia 76ers. "I thought the mood was good today," Detroit coach Flip Saunders said after Monday's practice. "Things haven't changed -- we still need to win four games." That was exactly what Philadelphia coach Maurice... (link)

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