Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
116
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 34 | 25 | 30 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 30 | 27 | 24 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Suns knocked off the Lakers 116-111. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Suns ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; second-chance points piled up for the Lakers. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.