Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
115
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Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
111
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 24 | 22 | 42 | 27 | 115 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 26 | 29 | 33 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Suns squeaked past the Rockets 115-111. Suns torched the Rockets on the offensive end. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.