Mon Mar 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
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Washington WizardsWizards
125
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 37 | 35 | 29 | 129 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 35 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Wizards 129-125. Lakers torched the Wizards on the offensive end. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.