Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
89
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 28 | 19 | 25 | 25 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Suns held off the Lakers 97-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Suns carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Suns' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.