Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 18 | 21 | 32 | 97 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 23 | 27 | 30 | 22 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Suns squeaked past the Trail Blazers 102-97. Suns' offense had its way with the Trail Blazers. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
