Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 34 | 28 | 39 | 131 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 32 | 29 | 37 | 30 | 128 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Lakers survived the Kings 131-128. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Lakers.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.