The Pistons just had too much class for the young Bobcats on Friday Night.  Richard Hamilton led the way with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.  Tayshaun Prince continued his fine offensive play this season with 21 points and 5 assists.  Rasheed Wallace was good with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 3 steals.  Nazr Mohammed was solid with 11 points and 7 rebounds.  Chauncey Billups had an off-night shooting (3 of 12), but he finished with 9 points and 10 assists.

The Pistons improved to 8-5 on the season.