Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
89
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
86
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 22 | 30 | 24 | 13 | 89 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 22 | 21 | 20 | 23 | 86 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics squeaked past the Clippers 89-86. The SuperSonics won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The SuperSonics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; second-chance points piled up for the Clippers. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.