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Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
112
away
Chemistry Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 28 34 23 27 112
Los Angeles LakersLakers 31 19 28 40 118

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Lakers outlasted the Kings 118-112. The tempo dragged the Kings into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • 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.