Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
128
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 39 | 31 | 34 | 27 | 131 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 35 | 30 | 28 | 35 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Spurs squeaked past the Wizards 131-128. The Wizards had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Spurs stayed locked in; Spurs' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Spurs bench chemistry carried them. Spurs' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.