Timberwolves (
OF-Guarav) are the champions!
Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
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Chemistry
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Toronto RaptorsRaptors
117
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 25 | 31 | 29 | 113 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 33 | 30 | 26 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Raptors squeaked past the Lakers 117-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Raptors cashed in. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Raptors · 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.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.