Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 29 | 24 | 33 | 120 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 28 | 26 | 32 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Cavaliers 120-116. Lakers torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- 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.