Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 29 | 27 | 31 | 121 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 24 | 23 | 31 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Lakers ran roughshod over the Celtics 121-99. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.