Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
113
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 24 | 27 | 36 | 26 | 113 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 30 | 28 | 22 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Raptors 116-113. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.