Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 32 | 18 | 36 | 113 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 25 | 36 | 20 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Celtics edged the Lakers 113-105. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.