Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 34 | 31 | 19 | 107 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 19 | 27 | 28 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Celtics outlasted the Lakers 107-99. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
