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Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
108
away
Chemistry Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
104
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 25 38 22 23 108
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 30 16 30 28 104

After Action Report

The Suns shocked the Clippers 108-104. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; Suns' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.