Sat Apr 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
88
away
Chemistry
Tense
San Antonio SpursSpurs
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 21 | 20 | 24 | 88 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 24 | 21 | 29 | 25 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Spurs stunned the Lakers 99-88. Ugly basketball, but the Spurs did just enough. The Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss; Spurs' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Spurs rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.