Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
79
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 27 | 18 | 26 | 97 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 12 | 22 | 17 | 28 | 79 |
After Action Report
The Suns handled the Trail Blazers 97-79. The better team simply showed up tonight. Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.