Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 37 | 30 | 29 | 120 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 32 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers squeaked past the Spurs 120-119. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Spurs carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.