Mon Mar 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Washington WizardsWizards
126
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 32 | 27 | 30 | 117 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 33 | 28 | 34 | 31 | 126 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards fended off the Lakers 126-117. Wizards' offense had its way with the Lakers. Wizards' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Wizards carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.