Sun Apr 10, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
away
Chemistry
Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
136
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 33 | 32 | 24 | 119 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 47 | 38 | 26 | 25 | 136 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Kings handled the Lakers 136-119. Kings controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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.