Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 21 | 23 | 28 | 105 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 18 | 25 | 26 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Suns held off the Pistons 105-98. Suns' scorers couldn't be contained. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Pistons utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.