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Fri Nov 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
87
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Chemistry Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
116
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Orleans HornetsHornets 22 22 20 23 87
Phoenix SunsSuns 23 31 36 26 116

After Action Report

In Phoenix, the Suns ran roughshod over the Hornets 116-87. Suns' scorers couldn't be contained. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Never a doubt in this one.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.