Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
131
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 38 | 29 | 31 | 131 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 30 | 22 | 27 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Lakers outlasted the Celtics 131-112. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Celtics couldn't shake the cold spell. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.