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Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
away
Chemistry Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
116
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 23 30 20 31 104
Sacramento KingsKings 25 24 36 31 116

After Action Report

In Sacramento, the Kings handled the Suns 116-104. Every possession went the Kings way. Kings' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Suns couldn't shake the cold spell. The Suns looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • 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.