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Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
99
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Chemistry Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
95
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 25 30 23 21 99
San Antonio SpursSpurs 20 27 21 27 95

After Action Report

In San Antonio, the Clippers survived the Spurs 99-95. The Spurs couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Clippers. Fresh off a statement win, the Clippers stayed locked in; the Spurs answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Spurs · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.