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Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
117
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Chemistry Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
122
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 25 28 32 26 6 117
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 29 25 24 33 11 122

After Action Report

In Seattle, the SuperSonics snuck past the Suns 122-117 in overtime. The Suns had no answer for the variance gods tonight. SuperSonics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; the SuperSonics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed. The SuperSonics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.

What tipped it

  • SuperSonics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.