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Wed Oct 20, 2004 · 7:30 PM · Preseason
Sacramento KingsKings
102
away
Chemistry Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 26 23 24 29 102
Los Angeles LakersLakers 30 31 29 39 129

After Action Report

The Lakers demolished the Kings 129-102. The tempo dragged the Kings into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It was over by halftime.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.