Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
108
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 24 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 28 | 32 | 32 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers snuck past the Raptors 111-108. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Raptors answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.