Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 28 | 28 | 28 | 33 | 117 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 19 | 38 | 30 | 31 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers squeaked past the Suns 118-117. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Suns' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Suns looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
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.