Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
89
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 23 | 20 | 25 | 21 | 89 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 31 | 32 | 23 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Jazz 110-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Jazz utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.