Detroit Pistons-Charlotte Hornets might not have looked like the greatest game on paper, but the two conspired to play a classic on Wednesday night. Trailing 106-105 in the final seconds, the Pistons managed to force a turnover and convert it as Ron Holland made a go-ahead layup with 6.3 seconds remaining.

The TV voice of the Hornets, Eric Collins, who is known for running the score to 11 from time to time, rose to the occasion even though it came against the home team.

He would then take it to 12 in short order as the Hornets snatched victory from the jaws of defeat thanks to Brandon Miller’s putback bucket down the stretch.

You have to admire Collins’ ability to live in the moment. On the one hand, because most people would immediately pass out if they tried to react with such a sustained volume. And also because the Hornets were a 2-5 team hosting a 3-5 team in early November.

People who invest 2.5 hours watching a game deserve this type of reward, although the biggest impact of the outcome will be reflected in the NBA draft lottery. When things are exciting, it should feel exciting and Collins will never leave anything in the tank, even if there is a long season left to drive.