Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 35 | 27 | 30 | 124 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 30 | 27 | 30 | 24 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Lakers downed the SuperSonics 124-111. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the SuperSonics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.