Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 37 | 25 | 24 | 18 | 104 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 27 | 36 | 22 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Lakers held off the Suns 111-104. Every possession went the Lakers way. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; shots just aren't falling for the Suns lately. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.