Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
91
away
Chemistry
Hot
Utah JazzJazz
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 27 | 12 | 16 | 36 | 91 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 20 | 21 | 29 | 20 | 90 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics squeaked past the Jazz 91-90. The Jazz couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. SuperSonics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; SuperSonics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Jazz · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.