Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
138
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Los Angeles ClippersClippers
124
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 43 | 34 | 28 | 33 | 138 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 23 | 32 | 30 | 39 | 124 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Suns handled the Clippers 138-124. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Suns cashed in. The Suns pushed the pace until the other side broke; Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.