Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 17 | 26 | 35 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 25 | 24 | 28 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Celtics outlasted the Lakers 108-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.