Sun Apr 10, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
84
away
Chemistry
Cold
Sacramento KingsKings
128
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 19 | 23 | 21 | 84 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 22 | 36 | 31 | 39 | 128 |
After Action Report
In Sacramento, the Kings demolished the Lakers 128-84. The Kings got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Kings stayed locked in; the Lakers sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Kings locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Kings · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.