Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 31 | 22 | 25 | 32 | 110 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 26 | 32 | 30 | 31 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Spurs held off the Suns 119-110. The breakneck pace played right into Spurs' hands. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Spurs pushed the pace until the other side broke. Spurs' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.