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