Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 25 | 30 | 29 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 24 | 24 | 36 | 113 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Raptors snuck past the Lakers 114-113. The Raptors got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss; Raptors' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.