Tue Jan 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
away
Chemistry
Elite
New York KnicksKnicks
89
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 29 | 26 | 28 | 104 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 23 | 24 | 24 | 18 | 89 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Suns handled the Knicks 104-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; the Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. The Suns rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.