Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 21 | 31 | 29 | 32 | 113 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 29 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Heat pulled away from the Clippers 113-98. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Heat owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Heat came in with something to prove after a loss. The Heat bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.