Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
124
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 42 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 127 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 24 | 36 | 38 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Trail Blazers 127-124. The Trail Blazers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.