Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
131
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 30 | 23 | 30 | 29 | 112 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 42 | 22 | 35 | 131 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics pulled away from the Suns 131-112. Celtics torched the Suns on the offensive end. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.