Wed Nov 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 19 | 11 | 46 | 21 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 22 | 21 | 25 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Clippers squeaked past the Lakers 97-95. Ugly basketball, but the Clippers did just enough. The Clippers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Clippers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.