KJG Top 30: Mike Conley’s Top 10 Games of 2012-2013
By Chris Philip
Nov 30, 2012; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) leads a fast break as forward Rudy Gay (22) and Detroit Pistons center Greg monroe (10) and forward Jason Maxiell (54) trail at the FedEx Forum. Memphis defeated Detroit 90-78. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
Detroit Pistons 78, Memphis Grizzlies 90
Highlights: intercepted Brandon Knight pass and assisted Rudy Gay transition dunk, above the break 3, transition lay-up
Game Score: 21.4
Box Score: 17 points (6-10 field goals, 3-5 three pointers, 2-2 free throws), 4 rebounds, 5 assists (2 turnovers), 6 steals, 1 block (2 fouls) in 33 minutes (+8)
Story: Conley was by far the best player on both ends in this game. When he was on the floor, Memphis scored 136 points per 100 possession and gave up 72, both of which were game-best marks. Conley was the only Grizzlies starter who cracked 50% True Shooting, blowing away that low standard with a video game 78.1%. Meanwhile, Brandon scored 10 points on 45% True Shooting and committed 6 turnovers against 0 assists. Conley doesn’t deserve all the credit for that, but he’s entitled to most of it. A low key but thoroughly dominant performance nonetheless.