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Tue Dec 14, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
away
Chemistry Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
122
home
Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 34 35 25 23 117
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics 28 32 31 31 122

After Action Report

The SuperSonics squeaked past the Lakers 122-117. SuperSonics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; shots just aren't falling for the SuperSonics lately. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • SuperSonics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.