Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
125
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 22 | 28 | 40 | 125 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 43 | 27 | 29 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Suns 126-125. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.