Halo

The Hornets allowed Will Bynum to cut through the middle of the lane for a layup with 7.2 seconds remaining to give the Pistons a 109-108 lead. Then on the ensuing possession, Pistons forward Jason Maxiell knocked a pass away from West at midcourt before grabbing the ball and dunking with five-tenths of a second remaining.

It was the Hornets' fifth consecutive road loss. The Pistons entered having lost eight of their previous 10.

OVERTIME

Ben Gordon hits 3-pointer for the opening points in the extra period. The Hornets have surrendered 11 3-pointers. Pistons up 105-100 after two free throws by Gordon. Hornets have taken a 108-107 lead after a layup by Willie Green, a steal by Trevor Ariza and two free throws from David West. Pistons have possession with 15 seconds remaining.

The Hornets allow Will Bynum to cut through the middle of the lane for a layup with 7.2 seconds remaining to give the Pistons a 109-108 lead. Jason Maxiell knocks a pass away from West at midway before getting the ball and dunking with five-tenths of a second remaining.

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