Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
128
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 28 | 27 | 15 | 97 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 31 | 28 | 38 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers buried the Lakers 128-97. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Trail Blazers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Trail Blazers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.