Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 41 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 32 | 34 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Suns 121-120. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · 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.