Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 24 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 101 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 29 | 22 | 32 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Suns 110-101. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.