Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 25 | 24 | 35 | 108 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 31 | 24 | 34 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers held off the Lakers 114-108. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · 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.