Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
116
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Los Angeles ClippersClippers
128
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 33 | 30 | 27 | 116 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 34 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Clippers pulled away from the Suns 128-116. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Clippers' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Clippers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.