Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Jersey NetsNets
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 16 | 30 | 25 | 27 | 98 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 29 | 30 | 26 | 37 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Nets buried the Lakers 122-98. Nets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Nets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Nets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.