Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 22 | 30 | 30 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 33 | 19 | 26 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Celtics 111-107. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Celtics rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.