Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
90
away
Chemistry
Hot
Utah JazzJazz
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 24 | 24 | 13 | 90 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 19 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Jazz outlasted the Lakers 99-90. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Jazz came in with something to prove after a loss; Jazz's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.