Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 26 | 36 | 30 | 124 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 26 | 33 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Suns survived the Lakers 124-119. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.