Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
69
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 9 | 20 | 19 | 21 | 69 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 34 | 26 | 26 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Lakers ran roughshod over the Jazz 114-69. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers couldn't shake the cold spell; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Jazz looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Jazz utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.