Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 33 | 29 | 35 | 28 | 125 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 28 | 28 | 34 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards survived the Suns 125-122. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
