Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
92
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 24 | 18 | 30 | 97 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 92 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Lakers survived the Suns 97-92. The Suns couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.