Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Jan 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
143
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
145
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | OT2 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 33 | 32 | 29 | 23 | 12 | 14 | 143 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 29 | 28 | 35 | 12 | 16 | 145 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers survived the SuperSonics 145-143 in double overtime. The tempo dragged the SuperSonics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.