Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 32 | 28 | 28 | 112 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 24 | 32 | 23 | 23 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers pulled away from the Knicks 112-102. Lakers' scorers couldn't be contained. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Knicks' per-player workload didn't match the gameplan.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.