Sun Dec 12, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
88
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 24 | 22 | 19 | 23 | 88 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 25 | 30 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Lakers ran roughshod over the Magic 109-88. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.