Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 111 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 27 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers fended off the Kings 111-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.