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Fri Nov 12, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
98
away
Chemistry Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
116
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Toronto RaptorsRaptors 31 28 18 21 98
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 32 29 26 29 116

After Action Report

The SuperSonics pulled away from the Raptors 116-98. SuperSonics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the SuperSonics sent shots into the fifth row all night. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • SuperSonics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.