NBA History Trivia: What Were Some Key Moments In 2004

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The 2004 NBA season was marked by several key moments and memorable events. Here are a few of the most notable ones:

  1. Detroit Pistons win the championship: The Detroit Pistons won their third championship in franchise history, defeating the heavily favored Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals. This championship marked the Pistons’ return to prominence and established them as one of the top teams in the league.
  2. Kobe Bryant accused of sexual assault: In the midst of the 2003-2004 season, Kobe Bryant was accused of sexual assault. The case was highly publicized and had a significant impact on Bryant’s image, but he was eventually acquitted of the charges.
  3. Tracy McGrady scores 13 points in 35 seconds: On December 9th, 2004, Tracy McGrady scored an incredible 13 points in 35 seconds to lead the Orlando Magic to a thrilling victory over the San Antonio Spurs. This performance is still considered one of the greatest individual scoring displays in NBA history.
  4. Shaquille O’Neal traded to the Miami Heat: In a blockbuster trade, Shaquille O’Neal was traded from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Miami Heat in 2004. The trade marked the beginning of a new era in Miami, as O’Neal and Dwyane Wade led the team to the NBA Finals in 2006.
  5. Kevin Garnett traded to the Boston Celtics: In another big trade, Kevin Garnett was traded from the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Boston Celtics in 2007. The trade marked the beginning of a new era in Boston, as Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen formed one of the greatest trios in NBA history and led the Celtics to the championship in 2008.

These were just a few of the key moments from the 2004 NBA season. It was a year filled with memorable performances and thrilling moments that will be remembered by basketball fans for years to come.

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