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Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
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Chemistry Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
96
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 26 26 31 30 113
Golden State WarriorsWarriors 29 26 20 21 96

After Action Report

The Lakers downed the Warriors 113-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' 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 · 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.