Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 31 | 25 | 33 | 112 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 21 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 107 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers survived the Raptors 112-107. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Raptors ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.