Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
118
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 23 | 25 | 30 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Celtics handled the Lakers 118-103. Celtics torched the Lakers on the offensive end. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
