Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
89
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 20 | 35 | 30 | 27 | 112 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 23 | 14 | 22 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Suns demolished the Magic 112-89. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.