Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
122
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 32 | 25 | 33 | 123 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 25 | 32 | 31 | 34 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Hawks 123-122. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.