Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
86
away
Chemistry
Tense
Atlanta HawksHawks
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 24 | 14 | 31 | 17 | 86 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 20 | 33 | 22 | 20 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Hawks outlasted the Suns 95-86. The Suns couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Hawks. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Hawks; the Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.