Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Jersey NetsNets
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 40 | 29 | 25 | 123 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 34 | 27 | 24 | 29 | 114 |
After Action Report
In New Jersey, the Lakers edged the Nets 123-114. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.