Fri Nov 19, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
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Phoenix SunsSuns
114
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 32 | 23 | 39 | 126 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 34 | 22 | 22 | 36 | 114 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers handled the Suns 126-114. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.