Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 36 | 33 | 25 | 27 | 121 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 27 | 36 | 22 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Raptors squeaked past the Lakers 121-117. The Raptors got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Raptors answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Raptors' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.