Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 32 | 22 | 27 | 113 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 34 | 34 | 25 | 26 | 119 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics outlasted the Lakers 119-113. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The SuperSonics bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
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.