Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
128
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 27 | 35 | 33 | 128 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Lakers held off the Celtics 128-122. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.