Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
141
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
139
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 20 | 141 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 36 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 18 | 139 |
After Action Report
The Suns snuck past the Celtics 141-139 in overtime. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Suns' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.