Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 40 | 28 | 30 | 16 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 28 | 24 | 27 | 113 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Warriors squeaked past the Lakers 114-113. The breakneck pace played right into Warriors' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Warriors; fresh off a statement win, the Warriors stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Warriors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.