Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 22 | 30 | 32 | 26 | 110 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 18 | 36 | 22 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Kings took care of the Lakers 110-99. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately. Whispers of a Lakers locker-room rift aren't helping. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.