Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 30 | 24 | 28 | 109 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Suns 111-109. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.