Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
100
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Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
87
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 22 | 26 | 22 | 30 | 100 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 16 | 21 | 27 | 23 | 87 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics took care of the Suns 100-87. The Suns couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. Second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics; SuperSonics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. The SuperSonics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Suns · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.