22 years ago today, the Nets found themselves one game away from their second straight NBA Finals appearance.
Boasting a lineup including Ben Wallace, Chauncey Billups, Tayshaun Prince and Richard Hamilton, they had established themselves as a major force in the Eastern Conference.
Kidd was aided by Kenyon Martin, who turned in 19 points and six rebound of his own, and New Jersey's depth in the commanding rout. Seven-year vet Kerry Kittles posted nine points, and Anthony Johnson and Lucious Harris each had 10 points off the bench. But the story of the game was the Nets' defense.
The Pistons, historically known for their defensive toughness, had their own blueprint flipped onto themselves. New Jersey managed to only allow one scorer over the 20-point mark in Hamilton, holding Billups, Prince and Wallace to just a combined 24 points. The Nets would go on to complete the sweep of Detroit in game 4, blowing out the Pistons with ease. In their second straight NBA Finals appearance, they earned a date with the San Antonio Spurs. Still in the early stages of their dynasty, Tim Duncan and company dispatched of New Jersey in six games, marking their second of five eventual titles.
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