Wilkins vs Bird (1987 Playoffs Game 7)
Pistons edge Hawks in seven, Thomas delivers game-winner in first round.
via Wikipedia: 1987 NBA playoffs · see source
The 1987 Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup was between the Atlanta Hawks and the Detroit Pistons. This was the fifth playoff meeting between these two teams, with the Hawks winning three of the first four meetings. It is the first win for the Pistons since the franchise moved to Detroit.
Quick Facts
- Key figures
- Dominique Wilkins (Hawks) vs. Isiah Thomas & Dennis Rodman (Pistons)
- Series result
- Detroit Pistons won the series 3-2
Lore & Background
Isiah Thomas made the game-winning layup with 1 second left in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference First Round against the Atlanta Hawks.
Reader's Guide
The series was a best-of-seven and the Pistons won 4-3.
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