Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 127 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 33 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Suns fended off the Hornets 127-119. Suns torched the Hornets on the offensive end. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; Suns' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.