Physical Memphis defense will be tough test for the Pistons

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Essentials

  • Teams: Detroit Pistons at Memphis Grizzlies
  • Date: March 3, 2012
  • Time: 8 p.m.
  • Television: Fox Sports Detroit

Records

  • Pistons: 12-25
  • Grizzlies: 21-15

Probable starters

Pistons:

Grizzlies

  • Mike Conley
  • Tony Allen
  • Rudy Gay
  • Mareese Speights
  • Marc Gasol

Las Vegas projection

Spread: Pistons +8

Over/under: 184

Score: Grizzlies win, 96-88

Notes

  • It’s looking more likely Charlie Villanueva will play again this season. As critical as most are of his game at this point, him playing is a good thing for all parties.
  • Surprising stat via Ian Levy at Hickory High: The Pistons are actually third in the league with nearly three more scoring opportunities per game than their opponents. Only Portland and tonight’s opponent Memphis are better.

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