Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
88
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 28 | 24 | 27 | 106 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 23 | 22 | 24 | 19 | 88 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Warriors 106-88. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Warriors played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.