New Orleans 102, San Antonio 84: Not something we thought we’d say, but the Spurs appear rattled. Tim Duncan got in David West’s face (for clapping!). Manu Ginobili got angry at the towel boy. Bruce Bowen’s repeated attempts to get in Chris Paul’s head have all failed. Saw the stat on TV this morning - of the 201 NBA teams that have faced an 0-2 deficit, only 13 have rallied to win. We’re on the verge of owing the Hornets a massive apology because we had no clue this young group was capable of reaching the conference finals. The Hornets made 10-of-17 three’s (Peja nailed five en route to 25 points) and Chris Paul continued his tremendous playoff run with 30 points, 12 assists, and one turnover.

Detroit 100, Orlando 93: It seems certain there will have to be a rule change in the offseason after that disastrous end to the third quarter. The most logical move - why not just do the play over? Still, the Magic had plenty of chances late in the fourth, including three shots when down a bucket with less than 20 seconds left. Let’s assume the Magic waltz in game three, and eek out game four. Did Orlando do enough in game two to make you think that they can steal one in Detroit? The Magic got tremendous play from the backcourt (Nelson and Evans were 12-23, including 7-for-12 from three for 35 points) won the rebounding battle (40-35), and made free throws (78 percent). And still lost.