Mon Mar 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 29 | 25 | 26 | 116 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 24 | 27 | 34 | 27 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Lakers snuck past the Wizards 116-112. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.