Memphis defeated Orlando last night by a score of 122-114, proving that they are not done winning just yet. They have come under scrutiny lately, despite the fact that they have continued winning. Coach Bob said after the game that "We just can't impress the sportswriters enough, I guess. No matter how we perform during the game, there are going to be reasons to complain."

Orlando coach Bob couldn't agree more. "This is a good team. The better team just won tonight, that's all. Go write your story."

Memphis was led by Chatman (18 points, 2 steals), Whitfield (18 points, 10 boards, 4 assists, 3 blocks), Dimascio (21 points, 5 boards, 2 assists, 2 blocks). Orlando was led by Archie (5 points, 3 steals), Durham (25 points, 1 assists, 2 steals), Scurry (14 points, 8 boards, 3 assists, 2 blocks).

Memphis jump to 24-8 and 15-4 at home after the win. They stay at #1 in the Southwest and hold at #1 overall in the Western Conference. Orlando extended their losing streak 8 games and drop to 16-16. They hold at #3 in the Southeast and stay at #9 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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