Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 20 | 35 | 18 | 24 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 35 | 33 | 35 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Lakers knocked off the Suns 129-97. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.