Thu Mar 17, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Miami HeatHeat
108
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 25 | 34 | 34 | 118 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 34 | 26 | 20 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Lakers pulled away from the Heat 118-108. The Heat had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Heat · 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.