Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 24 | 25 | 26 | 30 | 105 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 26 | 29 | 25 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Wizards squeaked past the Lakers 105-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Wizards' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.