Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 34 | 31 | 19 | 119 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 22 | 27 | 25 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Suns handled the Rockets 119-101. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; Suns' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.