Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 24 | 36 | 22 | 101 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 30 | 34 | 19 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers pulled away from the Lakers 111-101. Every possession went the Trail Blazers way. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.