Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
85
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 22 | 25 | 20 | 18 | 85 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 17 | 21 | 30 | 22 | 90 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Hornets snuck past the Suns 90-85. The Hornets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Hornets couldn't shake the cold spell; Hornets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.