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Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
away
Chemistry Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
88
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 23 23 25 26 97
New Orleans HornetsHornets 21 21 24 22 88

After Action Report

The Suns outlasted the Hornets 97-88. The Hornets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Suns. Suns' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. The Suns rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.