Tue Apr 12, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
103
away
Chemistry
Cold
Phoenix SunsSuns
113
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 29 | 24 | 22 | 103 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 22 | 34 | 31 | 113 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Suns handled the Hornets 113-103. The breakneck pace played right into Suns' hands. 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. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
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.