Thu Mar 17, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
131
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 33 | 24 | 28 | 7 | 126 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 12 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Heat squeaked past the Lakers 131-126 in overtime. Heat controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Heat pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Heat's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.