Hall led Phoenix to victory today over Denver in a 104-98 game. "It was a tough one to lose," said losing coach Bob. "I thought we had a great chance going in, and even now I think we'd have a great chance in a rematch. But Hall made the difference for his team, and we really didn't have an answer today."

Phoenix coach Bob was equally admiring of his star. "Denver were very well prepared for this game, and our boys weren't really ready for what they faced out there. I like to believe that we'd play a better all-around game when we play them again, but we'll be happy riding Hall and getting the win today."

Phoenix was led by Hall (21 points, 1 assists, a steal), Bell (22 points, 6 boards, 1 assists), Wilcox (12 points, 2 assists, 2 steals). Denver was led by Smith (16 points, 7 assists, 2 steals), Downs (17 points, 10 boards, 2 assists, a block), Conley (14 points, 5 boards, 0 assists, a steal, a block).

With today's victory, Phoenix stand at 2-1. They hold at #3 in the Pacific and advance to #7 overall in the Western Conference. After today's loss, Denver drop to 2-2 and 1-2 at home. They move down to #5 in the Northwest and fall to #12 overall in the Western Conference.

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