Fri Nov 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
126
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 26 | 41 | 27 | 32 | 126 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 42 | 24 | 31 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Kings survived the Lakers 126-122. The breakneck pace played right into Kings' hands. The Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Kings' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.