Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
96
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 30 | 18 | 26 | 102 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 23 | 22 | 29 | 22 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Lakers edged the Kings 102-96. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Style points be damned.
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.