Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
128
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 20 | 31 | 26 | 25 | 102 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 28 | 34 | 35 | 31 | 128 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards ran roughshod over the Suns 128-102. The Suns had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.