Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
101
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 26 | 33 | 20 | 109 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 30 | 27 | 25 | 19 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Golden State, the Lakers fended off the Warriors 109-101. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Warriors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.