Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
100
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Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
128
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 100 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 36 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 128 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons buried the Suns 128-100. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Pistons; Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Pistons rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Suns · 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.