Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Phoenix SunsSuns
106
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 16 | 36 | 28 | 106 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 22 | 33 | 15 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Suns edged the Lakers 106-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. Suns' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.