Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
81
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 17 | 22 | 17 | 81 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 30 | 21 | 21 | 27 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Suns handled the Lakers 99-81. The Suns won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.