Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
108
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 22 | 25 | 30 | 31 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 26 | 30 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Raptors snuck past the Lakers 108-106. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Raptors carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Raptors' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. The Raptors rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.