Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Jersey NetsNets
114
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 32 | 35 | 34 | 125 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 29 | 36 | 30 | 19 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Nets 125-114. The Nets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.