Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 103 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 29 | 30 | 25 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers took care of the Lakers 117-103. Trail Blazers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.