The Pistons lost to the Bulls on Sunday, but at the very least they did emerge with the best highlight of the game: the Flip Murray on Kirk Hinrich facial. Murray completed his dunk with the requisite stare-down, giving Hinrich the evil eye while taking a few steps in his direction, and then continuing his chatter at the free-throw line. At first glance, it looks kind of silly: not only were the Pistons trailing 17 points, but Murray didn't even make his free-throw.
But wait! Watch the replay again and you'll see Murray is vindicated! Just before Hinrich goes down, he channeled his inner Bruce Bowen with a cheap shot at Murray's groin.
You can see it in the grainy picture above, and if you think that's just incidental contact, see for yourself below: it's somewhat apparent in the second replay and plain as day in the third:
Previously on FanHouse:
Flip Murray's Dunk In, On and Over Kirk Hinrich's Face
Update: the league has decided against punishing Hinrich.




