Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 22 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 102 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 34 | 29 | 31 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers shocked the Wizards 126-102. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- 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.