Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
132
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 32 | 33 | 24 | 43 | 132 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 22 | 33 | 14 | 97 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics ran roughshod over the Lakers 132-97. SuperSonics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. SuperSonics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the SuperSonics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.