Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Phoenix SunsSuns
131
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Golden State WarriorsWarriors
113
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 36 | 30 | 30 | 131 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 31 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Golden State, the Suns handled the Warriors 131-113. The Warriors had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Warriors · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- 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.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.