Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 25 | 30 | 24 | 104 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 34 | 28 | 32 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers blew the doors off the Raptors 128-104. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Raptors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.