Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
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Phoenix SunsSuns
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 30 | 24 | 25 | 114 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 22 | 27 | 33 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Suns squeaked past the Lakers 117-114. Suns' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Suns answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Suns' outside barrage was a constant threat. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.