Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
129
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
136
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 31 | 39 | 26 | 22 | 11 | 129 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 20 | 33 | 34 | 18 | 136 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers fended off the Wizards 136-129 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.