Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
129
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 39 | 31 | 34 | 25 | 129 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 24 | 27 | 25 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Celtics ran roughshod over the Lakers 129-105. Celtics torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Celtics' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. The Celtics rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.