Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
143
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
98
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 37 | 26 | 42 | 38 | 143 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 22 | 31 | 18 | 98 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers demolished the Hawks 143-98. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Hawks utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.