Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
129
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 39 | 29 | 22 | 39 | 129 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 37 | 23 | 32 | 26 | 118 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics pulled away from the Suns 129-118. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics; the SuperSonics came in with something to prove after a loss. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.