Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 29 | 22 | 40 | 123 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 40 | 22 | 27 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers snuck past the Kings 123-119. The tempo dragged the Kings into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.