Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Jersey NetsNets
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 31 | 34 | 25 | 122 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 28 | 28 | 34 | 25 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Nets 122-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Nets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Nets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.