Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Chemistry
Elite
San Antonio SpursSpurs
87
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 35 | 22 | 27 | 114 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 23 | 19 | 24 | 21 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Lakers ran roughshod over the Spurs 114-87. Lakers torched the Spurs on the offensive end. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.