Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
113
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 20 | 30 | 19 | 28 | 97 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 37 | 24 | 29 | 23 | 113 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards downed the Suns 113-97. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Suns' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Suns looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.