Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 25 | 23 | 25 | 100 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 27 | 23 | 30 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Suns squeaked past the Celtics 100-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Suns carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Suns bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.