Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 35 | 35 | 26 | 123 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 24 | 34 | 30 | 30 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Nets 123-118. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.