2004 NBA Champions: Detroit Pistons

2013 • 60 minutes

About this movie

For the Detroit Pistons, 2003-2004 marked one of the best seasons in franchise history, capped off by an amazing win over the Los Angeles Lakers for the team's third NBA title! In the battle of grit vs. glitz, Detroit rose to the occasion with a dazzling display of defense, tough play in the paint and a balanced offense that came alive. In Head Coach Larry Brown's first season in Detroit, the Pistons' formidable lineup of Finals MVP Chauncey Billups, Rasheed Wallace, Richard "Rip" Hamilton, Ben Wallace and Tayshaun Prince thwarted the Lakers offensive juggernaut again and again proving the adage that great defense wins championships. From the season opener to the final game, this thrilling production highlights one of the most compelling seasons in Pistons history.