Tue Mar 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
100
away
Chemistry
Tense
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 21 | 32 | 28 | 100 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 34 | 26 | 29 | 26 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Philadelphia, the 76ers handled the Lakers 115-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the 76ers; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. The 76ers locker room is humming, and it showed. 76ers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.