Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 27 | 23 | 35 | 114 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 29 | 29 | 28 | 34 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Kings edged the Lakers 120-114. Kings torched the Lakers on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Kings; fresh off a statement win, the Kings stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.