Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 28 | 22 | 23 | 26 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 30 | 31 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Lakers downed the Kings 117-99. The Kings had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Kings couldn't shake the cold spell. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.