Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
112
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
108
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 23 | 27 | 31 | 31 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Kings snuck past the Lakers 112-108. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Kings' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Lakers. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.