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Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
away
Chemistry Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 27 25 26 26 104
Los Angeles LakersLakers 23 27 32 28 110

After Action Report

The Lakers fended off the Suns 110-104. Every possession went the Lakers way. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Suns looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.