Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 31 | 34 | 24 | 28 | 117 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 32 | 28 | 32 | 27 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Pistons snuck past the Suns 119-117. The Suns had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Pistons; fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.