Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 33 | 32 | 24 | 120 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 25 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Lakers pulled away from the Warriors 120-106. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Warriors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.