Tue Nov 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
85
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 23 | 23 | 33 | 100 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 18 | 19 | 26 | 22 | 85 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Suns outlasted the Mavericks 100-85. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Suns ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.