Thu Mar 17, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
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Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 21 | 28 | 26 | 99 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 33 | 25 | 31 | 29 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Heat handled the Lakers 118-99. The Heat got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; Heat's Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Heat locker room is humming, and it showed. The Heat rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.