Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
100
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 28 | 26 | 33 | 31 | 118 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 27 | 26 | 22 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Spurs downed the Suns 118-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Spurs sent shots into the fifth row all night. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.