Tue Jan 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
115
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 29 | 32 | 20 | 34 | 115 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 42 | 31 | 24 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the SuperSonics 129-115. The SuperSonics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Tonight's SuperSonics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.