Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 27 | 29 | 38 | 126 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 24 | 30 | 32 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Suns 126-115. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.