Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 30 | 20 | 30 | 17 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 37 | 30 | 15 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Kings 104-97. The Kings had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers couldn't shake the cold spell; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Kings · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.