Tue Feb 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 32 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 122 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 22 | 30 | 25 | 105 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Jazz outlasted the Lakers 122-105. Jazz torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Jazz carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Jazz's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.