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Sat Mar 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
83
away
Chemistry Tense
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
118
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 28 14 17 24 83
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats 26 26 38 28 118

After Action Report

The Bobcats demolished the Lakers 118-83. Bobcats' positional fit overwhelmed the Lakers rotation. Bobcats' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; shots just aren't falling for the Bobcats lately. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Bobcats · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bobcats · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.