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Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
110
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Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 26 31 31 22 110
Los Angeles LakersLakers 22 24 21 29 96

After Action Report

The Wizards pulled away from the Lakers 110-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Wizards ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.