The 2003-04 Seattle SuperSonics, coached by Nate McMillan, had a challenging season in the NBA. They finished 5th in the Northwest Division, with a record of 37-45, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year. Despite the struggles, the team showed potential with its young roster and standout performances from key players.
Ray Allen was the star of the team, leading the SuperSonics with an average of 23.0 points per game. His proficiency from beyond the arc and leadership on the court were invaluable assets. Rashard Lewis also had a significant impact, contributing an average of 17.8 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, showcasing his ability as a versatile forward.
In terms of team dynamics, the SuperSonics struggled with consistency, particularly on defense, which was a significant factor in their inability to secure a playoff berth. They ranked 22nd in the league for points allowed per game, a statistic that underscored their defensive vulnerabilities.
Despite the disappointing season outcome, there were positive takeaways in the form of developing talent. The team began to lay the groundwork for future success, focusing on building around their core players and integrating new talent. The 2003-04 season was a step in the ongoing process of rebuilding and setting the stage for future improvements.
- Regular Season Record: 37-45
- Playoff Result: Did not make playoffs
Seattle SuperSonics Roster and Stats for 2003-04 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
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| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Ray Allen | 56 | 23.0 | 5.1 | 4.8 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 39.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Rashard Lewis | 80 | 17.8 | 6.5 | 2.2 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 37.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Ronald Murray | 82 | 12.4 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 29.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Vladimir Radmanović | 77 | 12.0 | 5.3 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 37.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Brent Barry | 59 | 10.8 | 3.5 | 5.8 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 45.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Antonio Daniels | 71 | 8.0 | 2.0 | 4.2 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 36.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Vitaly Potapenko | 65 | 7.1 | 4.4 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Luke Ridnour | 69 | 5.5 | 1.6 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 33.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Jerome James | 65 | 5.0 | 3.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Calvin Booth | 71 | 4.9 | 3.9 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Ansu Sesay | 57 | 3.5 | 1.6 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 28.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Richie Frahm | 54 | 3.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 37.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Reggie Evans | 75 | 2.9 | 5.4 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Leon Smith | 1 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Seattle SuperSonics 2003-04 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2003-04 season for the Seattle SuperSonics.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 109-100 | |
| Oct 31, 2003 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 124-105 | |
| Nov 07, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 100-82 | |
| Nov 09, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 91-81 | |
| Nov 11, 2003 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 89-87 | |
| Nov 12, 2003 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 104-99 | |
| Nov 14, 2003 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 101-78 | |
| Nov 15, 2003 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 98-90 | |
| Nov 18, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 105-98 | |
| Nov 21, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 98-97 | |
| Nov 23, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 88-85 | |
| Nov 25, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 93-70 | |
| Nov 28, 2003 | @ Utah Jazz | L 98-81 | |
| Nov 29, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 95-88 | |
| Dec 03, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 95-87 | |
| Dec 05, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 101-94 | |
| Dec 07, 2003 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 108-98 | |
| Dec 09, 2003 | @ New Jersey Nets | L 101-88 | |
| Dec 10, 2003 | @ Boston Celtics | L 126-112 | |
| Dec 12, 2003 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 93-72 | |
| Dec 14, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 108-102 | |
| Dec 16, 2003 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 92-91 | |
| Dec 17, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 99-98 | |
| Dec 19, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 87-73 | |
| Dec 20, 2003 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 115-106 | |
| Dec 23, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 116-90 | |
| Dec 27, 2003 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 104-86 | |
| Dec 29, 2003 | @ Houston Rockets | W 87-86 | |
| Dec 30, 2003 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 105-99 | |
| Jan 02, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 111-109 | |
| Jan 04, 2004 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 130-99 | |
| Jan 05, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 119-108 | |
| Jan 07, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 104-93 | |
| Jan 09, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 122-116 | |
| Jan 10, 2004 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 113-110 | |
| Jan 13, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 104-96 | |
| Jan 16, 2004 | @ New York Knicks | L 108-88 | |
| Jan 17, 2004 | @ Washington Wizards | L 99-84 | |
| Jan 19, 2004 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 90-81 | |
| Jan 20, 2004 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 99-94 | |
| Jan 22, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 103-87 | |
| Jan 24, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 102-97 | |
| Jan 27, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 118-116 | |
| Jan 28, 2004 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 96-82 | |
| Jan 31, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 110-103 | |
| Feb 02, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 109-97 | |
| Feb 03, 2004 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 117-101 | |
| Feb 05, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 96-90 | |
| Feb 06, 2004 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 107-105 | |
| Feb 08, 2004 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 95-85 | |
| Feb 10, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 106-97 | |
| Feb 12, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 94-74 | |
| Feb 19, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 112-101 | |
| Feb 21, 2004 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 94-92 | |
| Feb 22, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 108-87 | |
| Feb 24, 2004 | @ Utah Jazz | L 99-86 | |
| Feb 25, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 93-92 | |
| Feb 27, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 104-99 | |
| Feb 29, 2004 | @ Houston Rockets | W 97-80 | |
| Mar 02, 2004 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 107-96 | |
| Mar 03, 2004 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 88-84 | |
| Mar 05, 2004 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 99-91 | |
| Mar 07, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 86-65 | |
| Mar 09, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 105-92 | |
| Mar 12, 2004 | @ Miami Heat | L 82-74 | |
| Mar 13, 2004 | @ Orlando Magic | W 115-101 | |
| Mar 16, 2004 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 118-110 | |
| Mar 18, 2004 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 97-94 | |
| Mar 19, 2004 | @ New Orleans Hornets | W 91-80 | |
| Mar 21, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 84-67 | |
| Mar 24, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 84-77 | |
| Mar 26, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 102-86 | |
| Mar 27, 2004 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 115-108 | |
| Mar 30, 2004 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 124-119 | |
| Mar 31, 2004 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 90-83 | |
| Apr 02, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 97-86 | |
| Apr 04, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 96-88 | |
| Apr 06, 2004 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 118-108 | |
| Apr 07, 2004 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 96-75 | |
| Apr 10, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 119-99 | |
| Apr 12, 2004 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 111-107 | |
| Apr 14, 2004 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 118-87 |