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Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
128
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 28 35 29 36 128
Los Angeles LakersLakers 30 33 32 32 127

After Action Report

The Suns survived the Lakers 128-127. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Suns cashed in. Suns' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Suns ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.