Thu Jan 6, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
90
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
118
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 20 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 90 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 31 | 28 | 27 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Grizzlies 118-90. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Pistons' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Grizzlies. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Grizzlies · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.