Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
98
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Chemistry
Elite
Washington WizardsWizards
89
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 19 | 27 | 27 | 98 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 21 | 30 | 17 | 21 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Suns fended off the Wizards 98-89. The Wizards couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Suns. The Suns answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.