Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
116
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 37 | 29 | 24 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 25 | 35 | 23 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Clippers snuck past the Lakers 116-112. Clippers' scorers couldn't be contained. Clippers' stars took over and bent the game to their will; the Clippers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.