Grizzlies Make Playoff History

Mavericks Fall to Chauncey Billups and Pistons

In a hard-fought battle, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the 2004 NBA Western Conference Playoffs. Chauncey Billups led the charge for the Pistons, scoring 21 points, grabbing 32 rebounds, and dishing out 52 assists. The Mavericks, who had a strong regular season and playoff run in 2003-04, were unable to overcome the Pistons' dominance in this series.

Grizzlies Make Historic Appearance

The 2004 playoffs marked a historic moment for the Memphis Grizzlies, who made their first playoff appearance in their nine-year history. The Grizzlies, who began their franchise in Vancouver, had struggled in their early years but had made significant strides in recent seasons. Their playoff appearance was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team and its fans.