Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 28 | 23 | 22 | 25 | 98 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 28 | 29 | 18 | 22 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Clippers snuck past the Suns 98-97. The Clippers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Clippers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Clippers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.