Tue Mar 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
72
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 22 | 30 | 34 | 114 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 18 | 16 | 16 | 22 | 72 |
After Action Report
In Philadelphia, the Lakers buried the 76ers 114-72. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the 76ers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.