2002–03 Detroit Pistons season

The 2002–03 Detroit Pistons season was the 62nd season of the franchise, the 55th in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the 46th in the Detroit area. With the acquisitions of Richard Hamilton and Chauncey Billups, the Pistons finished the season with a 50–32 record, earning them first place in the Eastern Conference. After defeating the Orlando Magic in the first round, and Philadelphia 76ers in the semifinals, the Pistons were a serious title contender. Instead, they had their season ended with a sweep to the New Jersey Nets in four straight Eastern Conference Final games.

2002–03 Detroit Pistons season

The 2002–03 Detroit Pistons season was the 62nd season of the franchise, the 55th in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the 46th in the Detroit area. With the acquisitions of Richard Hamilton and Chauncey Billups, the Pistons finished the season with a 50–32 record, earning them first place in the Eastern Conference. After defeating the Orlando Magic in the first round, and Philadelphia 76ers in the semifinals, the Pistons were a serious title contender. Instead, they had their season ended with a sweep to the New Jersey Nets in four straight Eastern Conference Final games.