Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
98
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 16 | 30 | 31 | 21 | 98 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 28 | 32 | 28 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers outlasted the Warriors 111-98. The better team simply showed up tonight. Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Warriors carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.