Phoenix are ahead of Minnesota in the Western Conference First Round 2-1, pulling off the upset over Minnesota in today's showdown. As usual after a surprise loss, the finger pointing came after the game in the Minnesota locker room. "Coach didn't really bother preparing us for this game. We'd already been watching films of our next opponent," said Golden.

Bob acknowledged that was true, but said "our next opponent is three times as good as Phoenix. Of course we dedicate more time to preparing for them. I'm not faulting Golden, but if the rest of the team had played as hard we'd have won this game easily. It was a lack of effort, not preparation."

Phoenix coach Bob could care less whose fault it was. "We're thrilled to get the win. They can make all the excuses they want, but we were the better team out there today."

Phoenix was led by Dupree (15 points, 5 assists, a steal), Berry (19 points, 1 assists, a steal), Worrel (8 points, 3 assists, a steal, 3 blocks). Minnesota was led by Golden (11 points, 12 boards, 0 assists, a block), Daniels (15 points, 8 boards, 0 assists), Powers (12 points, a steal, 2 blocks).

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