Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
86
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 86 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Lakers 121-86. Celtics' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.