Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
95
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 40 | 26 | 30 | 121 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 13 | 31 | 35 | 16 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Suns ran roughshod over the Clippers 121-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Suns carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Suns' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.