Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 27 | 34 | 37 | 29 | 127 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 27 | 30 | 38 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Kings outlasted the Lakers 127-114. The Kings got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Kings; the Kings came in with something to prove after a loss. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.