Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Mar 25, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
82
away
Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
90
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 22 | 21 | 10 | 29 | 82 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 15 | 34 | 25 | 16 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Heat knocked off the Suns 90-82. Ugly basketball, but the Heat did just enough. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; Heat's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.