Nets (
OF-Guarav) are the champions!
Sun Dec 12, 2004 · 7:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
87
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 18 | 19 | 23 | 87 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers demolished the Magic 119-87. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.