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Sun Jan 30, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
127
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Chemistry Hot
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
118
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 38 29 28 32 127
Toronto RaptorsRaptors 28 27 36 27 118

After Action Report

In Toronto, the Suns held off the Raptors 127-118. The tempo dragged the Raptors into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Suns' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.