The matchup between Coach Bob's Memphis team and Coach David Smith's Detroit team turned into a interesting event. Midway through the game, a questionable call caused a tirade by the Memphis coach. After 10 minutes of arguing and chair throwing, Coach Bob was tossed from the game. Memphis was able to win under the coaching of assistant coach Bob.

After the game, reporters looked for a statement from Coach Bob but he managed to slip out of the building. Rumors made by officals from Memphis stated Coach he could be on his way out after the season. If that happens maybe, Memphis will be headed into the lower echelon of the league.

Memphis was led by Dolly (26 points, 5 boards, 2 assists, a block), Keeney (18 points, 11 boards, 3 assists, a steal), Hayes (17 points, 11 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks). Detroit was led by Graham (22 points, 4 blocks), Delgado (22 points, 5 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Henderson (7 points, 19 boards, 1 assists, a block).

Memphis improve to 35-10 and 19-4 at home with this win. They stay at #1 in the Southwest and stay at #2 overall in the Western Conference. Detroit drop to 36-11. They remain at #1 in the Central and remain at #1 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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