Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
103
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 32 | 20 | 21 | 106 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 22 | 31 | 27 | 23 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the SuperSonics 106-103. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers couldn't shake the cold spell; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.