Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 30 | 26 | 29 | 111 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 29 | 32 | 25 | 35 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Pistons took care of the Suns 121-111. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. Pistons' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Suns.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.