Thu Feb 3, 2005 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 31 | 38 | 24 | 33 | 126 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 24 | 21 | 27 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Spurs buried the Lakers 126-98. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Spurs cashed in. The Spurs sent shots into the fifth row all night; fresh off a statement win, the Spurs stayed locked in. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Spurs · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.