Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
133
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 33 | 20 | 27 | 31 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 30 | 31 | 34 | 133 |
After Action Report
The Lakers buried the Raptors 133-111. Lakers torched the Raptors on the offensive end. Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.