Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
142
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
137
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 43 | 33 | 36 | 30 | 142 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 38 | 36 | 33 | 30 | 137 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Suns squeaked past the Pistons 142-137. Suns controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Suns' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Pistons' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.