Lakers (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Thu Feb 3, 2005 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
112
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 27 | 16 | 40 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 21 | 17 | 33 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Spurs shocked the Lakers 112-96. The Spurs got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Shots just aren't falling for the Spurs lately; Spurs' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Spurs' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Spurs · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Spurs · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.