Los Angeles — Pistons coach Stan Van Gundy was concerned about how they’d handle defending Blake Griffin, who’s gotten off to a hot start for the Los Angeles Lakers. Griffin is the new hub of the offense, handling the ball and distributing from a point-forward position.
He counted on using several forwards to guard Griffin, but when he finally got to Anthony Tolliver, things started to change.
Griffin (19 points, 11 rebounds and four assists) shined in the first half but when he cooled in the final two quarters, the Pistons were able to surge and take advantage.