Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Utah JazzJazz
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 26 | 33 | 24 | 106 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 31 | 32 | 18 | 24 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Utah, the Lakers snuck past the Jazz 106-105. The Jazz couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. Second-chance points piled up for the Jazz; the Jazz answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.