Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
106
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 35 | 33 | 24 | 121 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 35 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 106 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers outlasted the Clippers 121-106. The Clippers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.