Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
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Chemistry
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Phoenix SunsSuns
116
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 29 | 25 | 34 | 117 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 22 | 29 | 33 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Spurs squeaked past the Suns 117-116. The breakneck pace played right into Spurs' hands. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Spurs pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Spurs bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.