Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
84
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 30 | 27 | 24 | 115 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 32 | 22 | 16 | 14 | 84 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Pacers 115-84. Lakers' scorers couldn't be contained. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Pacers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- 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.