Sun Apr 10, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
89
away
Chemistry
Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 20 | 25 | 19 | 89 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 37 | 24 | 38 | 22 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Kings ran roughshod over the Lakers 121-89. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Kings answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Kings pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.