Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 28 | 41 | 27 | 124 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Lakers outlasted the Trail Blazers 124-114. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.