Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Indiana PacersPacers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 28 | 28 | 31 | 114 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 26 | 24 | 21 | 26 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Suns pulled away from the Pacers 114-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Suns carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Suns' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.