Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 22 | 29 | 30 | 20 | 101 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Wizards 106-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.