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Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
123
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 OT FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 30 28 27 24 9 118
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 24 27 25 33 14 123

After Action Report

The Clippers survived the Suns 123-118 in overtime. The Suns had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Clippers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Clippers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Clippers locker room is humming, and it showed. Clippers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.