Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
125
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 27 | 26 | 35 | 37 | 125 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 110 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics took care of the Lakers 125-110. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The SuperSonics came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.