Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
away
Chemistry
Cold
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 18 | 25 | 31 | 98 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 31 | 24 | 26 | 29 | 110 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the SuperSonics took care of the Lakers 110-98. The breakneck pace played right into SuperSonics' hands. SuperSonics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.