Fri Nov 19, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 32 | 23 | 22 | 102 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 35 | 20 | 22 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Suns squeaked past the Lakers 104-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Suns; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Suns · 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.
- 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.