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Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
118
away
Chemistry Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
137
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 29 34 28 27 118
Phoenix SunsSuns 34 41 32 30 137

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Suns downed the Wizards 137-118. The tempo dragged the Wizards into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Wizards · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.