Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Phoenix SunsSuns
120
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 34 | 26 | 29 | 31 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 18 | 22 | 30 | 26 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Suns rolled past the Lakers 120-96. Suns' scorers couldn't be contained. The Suns carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Suns bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.