Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 20 | 27 | 32 | 34 | 113 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 28 | 36 | 29 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Suns 123-113. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers couldn't shake the cold spell.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.