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Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 5:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
115
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Chemistry Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
106
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 43 26 23 23 115
San Antonio SpursSpurs 27 29 25 25 106

After Action Report

The Wizards edged the Spurs 115-106. Wizards' scorers couldn't be contained. The Wizards carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.