The Pistons had reached a point where changes were inevitable, and Larry Brown finally let go of his affection for controlling the paint and began to focus on defending the perimeter against the Pacers, particularly the high jump shots of Little O'Neal and the mid-to-long distance jump shots of Reggie Miller after his cuts.
In fact, if Pistons player Hamilton could command the same presence on the court as Reggie Miller, the Pistons' offense wouldn't be so passive. Unfortunately, among similar players, probably only the future "Golden State LaVine," who resembles a "schoolboy," could suppress Reggie Miller; others, including Ray Allen, might not achieve the same tactical impact.
Of course, it goes without saying that Ray Allen's role on the court was greater than Hamilton's.
The game resumed, and the Pistons received some good news on the offensive end:
Billups made the first three-pointer of the game!
