Fri Nov 12, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Orlando MagicMagic
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 24 | 25 | 29 | 116 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 40 | 24 | 24 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Lakers snuck past the Magic 116-111. Lakers' offense had its way with the Magic. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Magic · 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.