Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
94
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
133
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 24 | 28 | 23 | 19 | 94 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 32 | 27 | 43 | 133 |
After Action Report
The Lakers blew the doors off the Suns 133-94. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Suns are in a full-on tailspin. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.