Thu Jan 6, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 25 | 27 | 25 | 20 | 6 | 103 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 35 | 19 | 21 | 12 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Pistons fended off the Grizzlies 109-103 in overtime. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Grizzlies' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.