Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 18 | 33 | 28 | 111 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 26 | 29 | 24 | 37 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Grizzlies squeaked past the Pistons 116-111. The breakneck pace played right into Grizzlies' hands. The Grizzlies owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Grizzlies came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Grizzlies · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.