Free Throw Saga

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Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
125
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 32 26 33 34 125
Los Angeles LakersLakers 30 24 19 23 96

After Action Report

The Suns rolled past the Lakers 125-96. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Suns' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Suns · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • 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.