Mon Mar 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 23 | 25 | 29 | 104 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 27 | 34 | 31 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Wizards upended the Lakers 120-104. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Wizards; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Wizards. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.