Tue Jan 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 23 | 25 | 28 | 38 | 114 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 42 | 19 | 28 | 22 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Suns snuck past the Knicks 114-111. The breakneck pace played right into Suns' hands. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; fresh off a statement win, the Knicks stayed locked in. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.