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Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
132
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Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
101
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 38 35 31 28 132
Los Angeles LakersLakers 30 19 27 25 101

After Action Report

The Celtics demolished the Lakers 132-101. Celtics' offense had its way with the Lakers. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.