Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
124
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 37 | 29 | 29 | 131 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 29 | 28 | 32 | 35 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Lakers held off the Clippers 131-124. Lakers' positional fit overwhelmed the Clippers rotation. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.