Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
83
away
Chemistry
Tense
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
99
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 12 | 18 | 26 | 27 | 83 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 24 | 25 | 22 | 28 | 99 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics handled the Suns 99-83. The Suns couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. The SuperSonics couldn't shake the cold spell; SuperSonics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Suns looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The SuperSonics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.