Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
103
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 25 | 17 | 26 | 95 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 27 | 25 | 20 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Lakers 103-95. Every possession went the Trail Blazers way. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.