Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
140
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 37 | 33 | 25 | 126 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 28 | 38 | 42 | 32 | 140 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Suns handled the Pacers 140-126. The Pacers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Suns stayed locked in; Suns' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.