Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 1
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
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Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
94
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 21 | 25 | 25 | 97 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 20 | 26 | 20 | 28 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the SuperSonics 97-94. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.