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Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
100
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 19 21 29 30 99
Boston CelticsCeltics 32 20 24 24 100

After Action Report

The Celtics snuck past the Lakers 100-99. Celtics' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.

What tipped it

  • Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.