Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
92
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 98 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 20 | 21 | 25 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Lakers held off the Clippers 98-92. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.