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Sun Apr 10, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
away
Chemistry Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
140
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 37 18 27 29 111
Sacramento KingsKings 29 41 39 31 140

After Action Report

The Kings ran roughshod over the Lakers 140-111. The Kings got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Kings came in with something to prove after a loss; Kings' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Lakers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
  • Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.