Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
91
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 20 | 25 | 24 | 91 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 24 | 31 | 28 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Celtics took care of the Lakers 105-91. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.