Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
107
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 26 | 29 | 25 | 107 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 27 | 31 | 22 | 32 | 112 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the SuperSonics survived the Lakers 112-107. The breakneck pace played right into SuperSonics' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics; SuperSonics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The SuperSonics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.