Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 5
Houston RocketsRockets
90
away
Phoenix SunsSuns
119
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 27 | 22 | 18 | 90 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 28 | 35 | 23 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Suns ran roughshod over the Rockets 119-90. Suns' offense had its way with the Rockets. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.