Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 119 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 32 | 28 | 33 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Celtics snuck past the Lakers 120-119. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.