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Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
128
away
Chemistry Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
122
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 33 32 28 35 128
Phoenix SunsSuns 29 29 27 37 122

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Wizards outlasted the Suns 128-122. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.