Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
104
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 21 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 104 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 39 | 21 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers survived the Kings 109-104. Lakers' offense had its way with the Kings. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Kings looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Kings utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.