Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
113
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 25 | 33 | 29 | 122 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 28 | 25 | 32 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Lakers held off the Celtics 122-113. Lakers' offense had its way with the Celtics. Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.