The Lakers returned home after a difficult road trip that suffered from injuries, resulting in a weakened lineup during a tough loss. The team's performance against the Suns was commendable, as they managed to avoid the typical pitfalls of a return game. Coach JJ Redick praised the team's energy and determination, contrasting it with their dispiriting loss to the Nuggets. The Lakers demonstrated notable execution and adaptability, successfully transitioning their game strategy despite previous defeats and a strenuous schedule.
"It is very abnormal for a team to come back from an East Coast trip and that next game... come out with more energy than the other team and play harder than the other team."
"Our locker room, it was dispiriting to lose that game. It was disheartening and for our guys to come back with an early start and be the harder-playing team from the beginning, that says everything about our group."
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