The FedEx Forum was buzzing like never before.
At the start of the season, the Grizzlies had an unprecedented four-game winning streak, which raised expectations.
But unexpectedly, Randolph got injured right away and was out for two months.
Now, Memphis fans could finally see their full team back in action!
They, like Hansen, were eager to see what would happen when they faced the Lakers.
Realistically speaking, if the Grizzlies wanted to win the championship this season, they had to get past the Lakers.
Hoping the Lakers would be eliminated by another team didn't match the Grizzlies' fighting spirit.
In other words, only by crushing the Lakers tonight could they truly connect with the championship.
The league also greatly valued tonight's game, and the TNT Big Three were all present.
"The Grizzlies lost last time only because Randolph wasn't there; tonight, they'll give the Lakers a sound thrashing," Barkley was already blowing hard at the commentary desk.
