Tue Jan 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 23 | 35 | 30 | 28 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 20 | 33 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics outlasted the Lakers 116-106. The breakneck pace played right into SuperSonics' hands. The SuperSonics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.