Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
96
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 23 | 31 | 19 | 23 | 96 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 33 | 21 | 30 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Lakers pulled away from the Kings 115-96. Lakers' offense had its way with the Kings. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Kings looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Kings utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.