Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Utah JazzJazz
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 23 | 39 | 27 | 123 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 29 | 33 | 30 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Utah, the Lakers snuck past the Jazz 123-120. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.