Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 120 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 26 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Warriors 120-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Warriors answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.