Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 108 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 24 | 32 | 35 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Spurs outlasted the Lakers 120-108. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Spurs owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Spurs.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.