Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
124
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 34 | 17 | 20 | 26 | 97 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 46 | 38 | 19 | 21 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Suns ran roughshod over the Trail Blazers 124-97. The Trail Blazers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Suns answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.