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Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
111
away
Chemistry Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
99
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 22 34 25 30 111
Detroit PistonsPistons 35 20 28 16 99

After Action Report

The Suns handled the Pistons 111-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Suns cashed in. Suns' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 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.