Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
92
away
Chemistry
Tense
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 24 | 20 | 21 | 92 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 25 | 23 | 23 | 28 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Warriors edged the Lakers 99-92. The Warriors won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Warriors carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Warriors' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Warriors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.