Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 21 | 29 | 28 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Suns 122-99. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Suns couldn't shake the cold spell. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.