Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Feb 3, 2005 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
89
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 19 | 27 | 15 | 28 | 89 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 22 | 29 | 31 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Spurs 106-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.