Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 28 | 20 | 24 | 29 | 101 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 27 | 27 | 29 | 110 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers edged the Suns 110-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Suns' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
