Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 30 | 22 | 25 | 109 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 13 | 21 | 28 | 34 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Lakers downed the Suns 109-96. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.