1) The Pistons seem to dictate who wins and loses these games, not the Sixers. When they play hard they win. Contrasted to the Sixers who were playing just as hard in game 2 as the others.

2) Being challenged now may thoughen up the team and get them ready for the rest of the playoffs. Similiar to the 7 game NJ 2nd round series in 04 where it was clear sailing after that.

3) Dyess being out for game 4 will give Amir a chance to show what he has. Maybe Amir will be the difference for the rest of the playoffs. We all know he has talent.