Mon Mar 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
74
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 18 | 26 | 7 | 23 | 74 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 38 | 34 | 23 | 19 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards ran roughshod over the Lakers 114-74. Wizards' positional fit overwhelmed the Lakers rotation. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Wizards; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.