Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 27 | 29 | 26 | 10 | 118 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 23 | 28 | 33 | 24 | 12 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Suns squeaked past the Trail Blazers 120-118 in overtime. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.