Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
125
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 36 | 25 | 36 | 125 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 30 | 26 | 29 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Trail Blazers 125-121. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Trail Blazers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.