Mon Oct 25, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Phoenix SunsSuns
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 26 | 24 | 27 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Suns squeaked past the Lakers 105-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.