Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
94
away
Chemistry
Elite
San Antonio SpursSpurs
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 18 | 30 | 25 | 21 | 94 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 27 | 40 | 29 | 20 | 116 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Spurs upended the Lakers 116-94. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Spurs locker room is humming, and it showed. Spurs' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.