Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
113
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 21 | 29 | 33 | 37 | 120 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 39 | 24 | 24 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Clippers held off the Suns 120-113. Clippers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Clippers' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
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.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.