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Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
121
away
Chemistry Hot
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
98
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Detroit PistonsPistons 29 35 30 27 121
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 26 28 25 19 98

After Action Report

In Memphis, the Pistons buried the Grizzlies 121-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Pistons owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pistons ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them. Pistons' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.

What tipped it

  • Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.