Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 37 | 30 | 32 | 127 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers took care of the Trail Blazers 127-116. Lakers' offense had its way with the Trail Blazers. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.