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.