Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 22 | 34 | 26 | 33 | 115 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 22 | 28 | 34 | 37 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Magic fended off the Suns 121-115. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.