Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
105
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 25 | 24 | 28 | 104 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 24 | 29 | 15 | 37 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Kings survived the Lakers 105-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Kings' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.