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Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
108
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Chemistry Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 28 27 25 28 108
Boston CelticsCeltics 23 26 34 33 116

After Action Report

The Celtics edged the Suns 116-108. The Suns had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.