Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
101
away
Chemistry
Cold
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 24 | 31 | 16 | 101 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 16 | 35 | 31 | 31 | 113 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics outlasted the Lakers 113-101. SuperSonics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The SuperSonics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; SuperSonics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.