Tue Jan 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
San Antonio SpursSpurs
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 38 | 38 | 23 | 121 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 24 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 124 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Spurs survived the Lakers 124-121. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Spurs ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Spurs' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.