Fri Nov 5, 2004 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 23 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 98 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 25 | 20 | 26 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Spurs survived the Lakers 98-97. The Spurs won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Spurs carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.