Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
103
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 32 | 27 | 15 | 101 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 36 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Clippers survived the Suns 103-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Clippers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.