Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
117
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 25 | 33 | 27 | 29 | 114 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 32 | 28 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Suns squeaked past the Magic 117-114. Suns' scorers couldn't be contained. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Suns' stars took over and bent the game to their will. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.