Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 26 | 20 | 31 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 24 | 28 | 22 | 109 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers edged the Wizards 109-103. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Wizards' per-player workload didn't match the gameplan. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.