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