Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 109 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 31 | 27 | 12 | 20 | 90 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Lakers took care of the Kings 109-90. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Kings · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.