Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 23 | 30 | 26 | 11 | 119 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 28 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 14 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the SuperSonics squeaked past the Lakers 122-119 in overtime. The SuperSonics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. SuperSonics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; SuperSonics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.