Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
San Antonio SpursSpurs
116
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 28 | 32 | 27 | 29 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 22 | 25 | 30 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Spurs outlasted the Lakers 116-98. The Spurs got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss; Spurs' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Spurs bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.