Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
90
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 25 | 21 | 18 | 90 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 25 | 20 | 25 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Lakers fended off the Suns 97-90. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.