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Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
121
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Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 30 34 28 29 121
Los Angeles LakersLakers 25 27 30 35 117

After Action Report

In Los Angeles, the Kings squeaked past the Lakers 121-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Kings cashed in. Kings' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Kings carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

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.
  • Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Kings · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.