Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
107
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Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
112
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 28 | 23 | 25 | 107 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 29 | 30 | 23 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Raptors survived the Lakers 112-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.