Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
130
away
Chemistry
Elite
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 34 | 22 | 44 | 130 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 29 | 24 | 33 | 28 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the Lakers outlasted the SuperSonics 130-114. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.